Apple Strudel (Classic Recipe)

Apple Strudel is a traditional Central European pastry known for its thin flaky crust filled with sweet apples, cinnamon, and raisins. It’s baked until golden and usually dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect with coffee or as a cozy dessert. 🍎✨

🥣 Ingredients

For the Filling

5 cups apples, peeled and thinly sliced
½ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup raisins
½ cup breadcrumbs
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Pastry

1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
or traditional strudel dough

For Topping

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon milk
Powdered sugar for dusting

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2️⃣ Prepare the Filling

In a large bowl mix:

sliced apples
sugar
cinnamon
lemon juice
raisins

3️⃣ Toast the Breadcrumbs

In a small pan melt 2 tablespoons butter.
Add breadcrumbs and cook until lightly golden.
Mix them into the apple mixture (helps absorb juices).

4️⃣ Prepare the Pastry

Roll out the puff pastry slightly on a floured surface.
Place it on the baking sheet.

5️⃣ Add Filling

Spread the apple mixture along the center of the pastry, leaving about 2 inches at the edges.

6️⃣ Fold the Strudel

Fold the sides over the filling and roll into a log shape, seam side down.

7️⃣ Brush with Egg Wash

Mix egg and milk.
Brush the pastry with the mixture.

8️⃣ Bake

Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown and crisp.

9️⃣ Finish

Let cool slightly.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream 🍨
Add whipped cream
Pair with coffee or tea

⭐ Tips

✔ Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for best flavor.
✔ Slice apples thinly so they cook evenly.
✔ For extra flavor add ¼ teaspoon nutmeg or chopped walnuts.

If you want, I can also give you:
🍎 Authentic Austrian Apple Strudel (hand-stretched dough)
🍏 Easy 5-Ingredient Apple Strudel
🍎 Apple Strudel Muffins (very popular).