Braided Apple Strudel

Mónica Mateos
Featuring a flaky and buttery crust, apple strudel is a traditional Austrian dessert no one can resist. Best served warm, braided apple strudel is the ideal dessert for any holiday get-together. The sweet apple filling with a touch of cinnamon makes a comforting treat that is best enjoyed with a scoop of ice cream. Everyone will love it!
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Ingredients
8
Portions
  • 500 grams puff pastry
  • 1 egg, for brushing
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
  • 2 red apples
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 1/4 cups icing sugar, for garnish
Preparation
30 mins
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  • Peel and core apples. Cut apples into even small-sized cubes.
  • Place apple cubes in a pot with granulated sugar and a pinch of cinnamon powder. Cook over low heat until soft.
  • Flour a clean surface and a rolling pin. Roll out puff pastry to desired size, preferably 7.8x7.8 inches.
  • Cut same size strip on both sides. Fold the diagonal strips of dough in a criss-cross pattern forming a braid.
  • Drain apples to keep excess liquid from softening the puff pastry.
  • Spread apple filling down the center of the puff pastry. Place a bit less on the sides.
  • Beat an egg. Brush strudel. Bake in a preheated oven at 356 °F for 12 minutes or until brown.
  • Sprinkle braided apple strudel with icing sugar or cinnamon powder before serving.

Nutritional information

* * Information per 100g serving, percent daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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