Super Easy Puff Pastry Apple Strudel
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this "Super Easy Puff Pastry Apple Strudel" recipe—a quick and impressive dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring crisp puff pastry enveloping a sweetly spiced apple filling, this strudel combines the warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg with a hint of tartness from lemon juice. Flaky and golden, the pastry is braided for a beautifully rustic presentation, making it as stunning as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients like brown sugar, raisins (optional), and powdered sugar for a dusted finish, this easy apple strudel is an effortless crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a delightful treat that pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a steaming cup of coffee. Perfect for novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry sheet
- 2 medium apples
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons raisins (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes. Place them in a bowl and toss with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Add raisins if using. Mix well to coat the apple pieces evenly.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to about 12x14 inches. Place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Spoon the apple mixture lengthwise down the center of the pastry, leaving about 2 inches of space along the long edges and 1 inch on the short edges.
Cut 1-inch wide diagonal strips along the sides of the pastry (on both sides of the filling) using a knife or pastry cutter. Fold the short ends up over the filling, then fold the strips over the filling, alternating sides to create a braided pattern.
Melt the butter and lightly brush it over the pastry braid.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with water to create an egg wash. Brush it over the entire pastry braid to ensure even browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before transferring to a serving platter.
Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1790 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 102.7 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1223 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.9 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.4 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 451 mg | 10% | |
*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.
