Description
A crisp, flaky homemade apple strudel using store-bought phyllo dough, spiced with cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg, featuring a caramelized apple filling and toasted nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
- 1 tablespoon rum extract or apple brandy
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 package phyllo dough, thawed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Optional: 1/2 cup raisins, soaked in warm water
- Optional: 2 tablespoons candied ginger, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, rum extract, raisins (if using), and toasted nuts. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture, then drain excess liquid.
- Let phyllo dough come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Lay one sheet of phyllo on a counter and brush lightly with melted butter. Stack 4-5 sheets, slightly offset, brushing each with butter.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the center third of the dough to prevent sogginess.
- Spoon the apple filling onto the breadcrumbs in a log shape. Roll the dough over the filling, tucking in the sides like a burrito, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush the top generously with remaining melted butter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until deep golden brown and puffed. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
- Cool for at least 10 minutes to allow filling to set.
- Dust with powdered sugar and slice into thick pieces to serve warm.
Notes
Use Granny Smith apples to hold their shape. Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp towel while working to prevent drying out. The breadcrumbs are essential to absorb excess apple juice and prevent a soggy bottom. Let the strudel cool before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Oktoberfest, apple strudel, fall dessert, phyllo dough, homemade pastry, autumn recipes, easy dessert