Apple Cinnamon Strudel
This apple cinnamon strudel is a delicious, flaky pastry filled with spiced apples and topped with a golden crust. Perfect for dessert or a cozy breakfast treat!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Rolling Pin
- Pastry brush
- Knife
- Peeler
Ingredients
- 3 apples peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 tsp cinnamon ground
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg ground
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup raisins optional
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 1 egg beaten
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Mix well to coat the apples evenly.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a thin rectangle.
- Place the apple mixture in the center of the puff pastry, leaving about 2 inches of space along the edges.
- Optional: Sprinkle raisins and chopped walnuts over the apple mixture.
- Fold the long sides of the pastry over the filling, overlapping slightly. Pinch the edges to seal, and tuck the ends under.
- Transfer the assembled strudel to the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the top of the strudel with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Make small diagonal cuts on the top of the pastry for ventilation.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- Let the strudel cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.