Description
An easy, foolproof apple strudel recipe using phyllo or puff pastry. This dessert is perfect for autumn, featuring a flaky, buttery crust and a spiced apple filling that is simple to make and universally loved.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (450g) Phyllo dough or Puff Pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup (115g) Unsalted Butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Granulated White Sugar
- 4 medium Apples (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced thin
- 1/2 cup (100g) Light Brown Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1/2 cup (50g) Plain Dry Breadcrumbs or Panko
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and breadcrumbs until well coated. Set aside.
- If using phyllo, unroll sheets and keep covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Lay out 3-4 sheets on the counter, overlapping slightly.
- Brush each sheet generously with melted butter and sprinkle lightly with granulated sugar. Repeat with another 3-4 sheets to create 6-8 layers total.
- Spread the apple filling in a log shape along the long edge of the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Tightly roll the pastry away from you, using the parchment paper to help transfer it to the baking sheet. Pinch seams to seal and tuck in the ends.
- Brush the top with more melted butter and sprinkle with extra sugar if desired.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing into 1-inch pieces. Serve warm.
Notes
Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp towel until ready to use to prevent cracking. Use breadcrumbs to absorb apple juices and prevent a soggy bottom. Roll the strudel tightly to keep the filling inside. Cool completely before slicing to allow the filling to set. Can be frozen unbaked for later use.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
Keywords: apple strudel, phyllo dough, puff pastry, autumn dessert, easy pastry, cinnamon apples, Oktoberfest recipe, flaky pastry