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Easy Puff Pastry Apple Strudel Recipe

A close-up slice of easy apple strudel featuring a golden lattice crust and visible apple and raisin filling.
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Make this classic Apple Strudel using flaky puff pastry for a quick and delicious dessert. This recipe features warm, spiced apples and cinnamon, perfect for holidays or a simple treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (14.1 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 medium tart apples (like Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (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 medium bowl, gently mix the sliced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, raisins, flour, and lemon juice until the apples are evenly coated.
  3. Unfold one sheet of thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. If the pastry is too thick, roll it out slightly to form a rectangle about 10×12 inches.
  4. Spoon half of the apple filling in a line down the center third of the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border on the short ends and a 2-inch border on the long sides.
  5. Cut diagonal slits about 1 inch apart along both long edges of the pastry, creating strips that will become the top lattice.
  6. Fold the top and bottom edges over the filling. Then, fold the cut strips alternately over the filling, overlapping them to seal the filling inside the pastry roll. Crimp the ends to seal.
  7. Carefully transfer the strudel to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat steps 3 through 6 with the second sheet of puff pastry and remaining filling.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of both strudels evenly with the egg wash.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  10. Let the strudel cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool further.
  11. Dust generously with powdered sugar before slicing and serving warm.

Notes

  • For an authentic flavor, use a mix of tart and sweet apples.
  • If you prefer a crispier topping, sprinkle the top of the egg-washed strudel with coarse sugar before baking.
  • Serve this warm spiced apples dessert with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

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