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Easy Puff Pastry Apple Strudel: Classic Flavor in Minutes

Two cross-sections of flaky apple strudel filled with spiced apples, dusted with powdered sugar.
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Make a delicious, flaky apple strudel using store-bought puff pastry. This recipe delivers the warm, spiced apple filling of an authentic Apfelstrudel with minimal effort, perfect for a quick dessert or holiday 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
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons milk or water (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, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and raisins if you are using them. Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated.
  3. Lightly flour a clean work surface. Unfold one sheet of thawed puff pastry onto the surface. If the pastry is rectangular, place it so the longer side faces you.
  4. Spoon half of the apple mixture onto the center of the pastry, leaving about a 1-inch border on all sides. Dot the filling with half of the melted butter.
  5. Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg wash (whisk the egg with milk or water). Fold the long sides of the pastry over the filling, overlapping them slightly. Then, fold the shorter ends over to seal the filling completely, creating a log shape. Pinch the seams to seal.
  6. Carefully transfer the strudel seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat steps 3 through 5 with the second sheet of puff pastry and remaining filling.
  7. Brush the tops of both strudels evenly with the remaining egg wash. Use a sharp knife to cut three or four slits across the top of each strudel to allow steam to escape.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool slightly more.
  10. Dust generously with powdered sugar before slicing and serving warm.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, toss the apple filling with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice before mixing with the dry ingredients.
  • If you prefer a homemade dough, substitute the puff pastry with one sheet of traditional strudel dough, stretched very thin.
  • Serve this warm apple dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra satisfying treat.

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