Mini Apple Strudels
Indulge in the flaky, buttery perfection of Mini Apple Strudels, a delightful treat that packs all the cozy flavors of a classic apple pie into convenient, handheld pastries. These golden-brown strudels feature a heavenly filling of tender, spiced apples, sweetened with a balanced blend of granulated and brown sugar, enhanced by a touch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a zing of fresh lemon juice. Wrapped in crisp puff pastry and brushed with a glistening egg wash, each strudel is baked to perfection and optionally finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Perfect as an impressive dessert or a brunch-time indulgence, this quick and easy recipe comes together in under an hour and yields eight irresistible servings. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, these Mini Apple Strudels are the epitome of comfort food with a refined twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
- 3 medium Apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel, core, and dice the apples into small pieces.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
Cook the mixture over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples have softened and the mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
Lightly dust a clean surface with all-purpose flour and roll out the puff pastry sheets to make them slightly thinner.
Cut each puff pastry sheet into 4 equal rectangles.
Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled apple filling onto one side of each rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
Fold the other side of the rectangle over the filling and press the edges together using a fork to seal.
Transfer the mini strudels to the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to make an egg wash.
Brush the tops of each strudel with the egg wash to help them achieve a golden color.
Using a sharp knife, cut 2-3 small slits on the top of each strudel to allow steam to escape during baking.
Bake the strudels in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove the strudels from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
If desired, dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 561 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.2 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 844 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
