Indulge in the timeless charm of homemade Apple Strudel, a delicate pastry filled with tender slices of tart Granny Smith apples, sweet raisins, and crunchy chopped walnuts. This Austrian-inspired dessert is wrapped in layers of buttery, flaky phyllo dough, accented with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a comforting, aromatic bite in every slice. A touch of breadcrumbs ensures the filling stays lusciously soft without making the pastry soggy, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a final elegant flourish. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a special treat, this Apple Strudel recipe is easy to prepare, with just 30 minutes of prep, making it an approachable yet impressive dessert. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a show-stopping finale to any meal.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the apples. Toss to coat evenly.
Stir in the lemon juice, raisins, and chopped walnuts until combined. Set the filling aside.
On a clean, flat surface, lay out one sheet of phyllo dough. Brush it lightly with melted butter using a pastry brush.
Sprinkle a small amount of breadcrumbs over the buttered phyllo sheet. This helps absorb the juices and keeps the pastry crisp.
Repeat the layering process (buttering the phyllo and sprinkling breadcrumbs) for the remaining 7 sheets of phyllo dough, stacking them on top of one another.
Spoon the apple mixture along one of the longer edges of the prepared phyllo layers, leaving about 2 inches of space at the edges.
Fold the sides of the phyllo dough over the filling, then gently roll the dough into a tight log, encasing the filling completely. Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the entire surface of the strudel with melted butter to encourage browning in the oven.
Bake the apple strudel for 35–40 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow the strudel to cool slightly before transferring it to a serving plate.
Dust the top of the strudel with powdered sugar, slice into portions, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Serving size | 589.6 grams (589.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2477 |
Total Fat 123.20g | 158% |
Saturated Fat 55.10g | 276% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
Cholesterol 218mg | 73% |
Sodium 2342mg | 102% |
Total Carbohydrate 333.80g | 121% |
Dietary Fiber 14.60g | 52% |
Total Sugars 196.90g | |
Protein 29.60g | 59% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 180mg | 14% |
Iron 8mg | 44% |
Potassium 811mg | 17% |
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