Mini Apple Strudels

Indulge in the flaky, buttery perfection of Mini Apple Strudels, a delightful treat that packs all the cozy flavors of a classic apple pie into convenient, handheld pastries. These golden-brown strudels feature a heavenly filling of tender, spiced apples, sweetened with a balanced blend of granulated and brown sugar, enhanced by a touch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a zing of fresh lemon juice. Wrapped in crisp puff pastry and brushed with a glistening egg wash, each strudel is baked to perfection and optionally finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Perfect as an impressive dessert or a brunch-time indulgence, this quick and easy recipe comes together in under an hour and yields eight irresistible servings. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, these Mini Apple Strudels are the epitome of comfort food with a refined twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 3 medium Apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting)
• 1 Egg
• 1 tablespoon Milk
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel, core, and dice the apples into small pieces.

Step 3

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch.

Step 4

Cook the mixture over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples have softened and the mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.

Step 5

Lightly dust a clean surface with all-purpose flour and roll out the puff pastry sheets to make them slightly thinner.

Step 6

Cut each puff pastry sheet into 4 equal rectangles.

Step 7

Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled apple filling onto one side of each rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 8

Fold the other side of the rectangle over the filling and press the edges together using a fork to seal.

Step 9

Transfer the mini strudels to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to make an egg wash.

Step 11

Brush the tops of each strudel with the egg wash to help them achieve a golden color.

Step 12

Using a sharp knife, cut 2-3 small slits on the top of each strudel to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 13

Bake the strudels in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

Step 14

Remove the strudels from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.

Step 15

If desired, dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 16

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	838 grams (838.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1408

Total Fat 56.60g	73%
Saturated Fat 19.30g	97%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 228mg	76%
Sodium 561mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 224.20g	82%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 138.60g
Protein 15.90g	32%

Vitamin D 55IU	273%
Calcium 144mg	11%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 844mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.7%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 61.0%