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Easy Puff Pastry Apple Strudel Recipe

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You can make this classic Austrian dessert, Apple Strudel (Apfelstrudel), quickly using store-bought puff pastry. This recipe delivers flaky pastry and a warm, spiced cinnamon apple filling that impresses guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (14.1 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons milk or water (for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and raisins, if using. Toss to coat the apples evenly.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the apple mixture and mix lightly. The flour helps absorb excess moisture during baking.
  4. Unfold one sheet of thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out slightly to form a rough rectangle, about 10×12 inches.
  5. Place half of the apple filling in a line down the center third of the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border on the short sides and a 2-inch border on the long sides.
  6. Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg wash mixture (one egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of milk or water).
  7. Fold the long sides of the pastry over the filling, overlapping them slightly in the middle. Crimp the ends shut to seal the strudel completely.
  8. Carefully transfer the strudel seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process with the second sheet of puff pastry and the remaining filling.
  9. Brush the tops of both strudels evenly with the remaining egg wash. Cut three or four small slits in the top of each strudel to allow steam to escape.
  10. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky and the filling is bubbling.
  11. Let the strudel cool on the baking sheet for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving warm.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the apple filling.
  • If you prefer a traditional look, you can use the homemade dough method, but this puff pastry version saves significant time for your weeknight baking.
  • Serve this warm dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an impressive finish.

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