Apfelstrudel without Filo Pastry
Apfelstrudel, or apple strudel, is a traditional Austrian dessert, usually prepared with thin sheets of filo pastry. This recipe offers a simplified version, wi
Apfelstrudel, or apple strudel, is a traditional Austrian dessert, usually prepared with thin sheets of filo pastry. This recipe offers a simplified version, without filo pastry, but with a homemade dough that is soft and flavorful. The apples are flavored with cinnamon and raisins, then wrapped in this dough and baked until golden brown. This strudel is perfect for an afternoon snack or a comforting dessert. Its preparation is faster than the traditional version, while retaining the authentic taste of Apfelstrudel.
Time
1 h. 40 min. =
30 min. +
40 min. +
30 min.
Utensils
1 rolling pin1 oven1 baking tray1 bowl1 baking paper
Ingredients for 8 parts
- 1 egg
- 80 g. butter
- 70 g. sugar
- 0.25 c. à c. sea salt
- 1 c. à c. ground cinnamon
- 250 g. soft / patent flour
- 50 g. raisin sec
- 100 ml. semi-skimmed milk
- 500 g. apples red delicious
Steps
- In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the egg, melted butter, and milk. Mix until you get a smooth dough.
- Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, wash, peel, and slice the apples thinly. Mix the apple slices with the raisins, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Roll out the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Arrange the apples in the center of the dough.
- Fold the edges of the dough over the apples. Brush the strudel with melted butter.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until the strudel is golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.