Apple Raisin Strudels Recipe

Name: Apple Raisin Strudels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs; 7 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 1/2 pounds tart apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled, quartered, and sliced thin crosswise; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; twelve 17- by 12-inch sheets of phyllo, stacked between two sheets of wax paper and covered with a dampened kitchen towel; confectioners' sugar for dusting the strudels; 1 cup well-chilled heavy cream; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
7 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 pounds tart apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled, quartered, and sliced thin crosswise
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
twelve 17- by 12-inch sheets of phyllo, stacked between two sheets of wax paper and covered with a dampened kitchen towel
confectioners' sugar for dusting the strudels
1 cup well-chilled heavy cream
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

1
In a small skillet cook the bread crumbs in 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter over moderate heat, stirring, until they are golden and transfer them to a large bowl.
2
To the bread crumbs add the apples, the granulated sugar, the raisins, and the cinnamon and toss the mixture well.
3
On a work surface arrange an 18-inch-long-piece of wax paper with a long side facing you, cover it with 1 sheet of the phyllo, and brush the phyllo lightly with some of the remaining butter, melted.
4
Layer 5 more sheets of the phyllo over the first sheet in the same manner, brushing each sheet lightly with some of the melted butter, and mound half the apple mixture evenly along the long side facing you, leaving a 2-inch border at each end.
5
Using the wax paper as a guide and rolling away from you, roll up the strudel tightly and, with the seam side down, fold the ends under to enclose the filling.
6
Transfer the strudel carefully to a lightly buttered jelly-roll pan and brush it with some of the remaining melted butter.
7
Make another strudel with the remaining phyllo, melted butter, and apple filling in the same manner and transfer it to the jelly-roll pan.
8
Bake the strudels in the middle of a preheated 375F.
9
oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until they are golden, and let them cool to warm in the pan on the rack.
10
The strudels may be made 1 day in advanced and kept covered loosely at room temperature.
11
Reheat the strudels in a preheated 400F.
12
oven for 15 minutes.
13
Transfer the strudels with slotted spatulas carefully to serving platters and dust them with the confectioners' sugar.
14
In a chilled bowl with an electric mixer beat the heavy cream with the sour cream, the confectioners' sugar, and the vanilla until the mixture holds soft peaks and transfer it to a serving bowl.
15
Serve the strudels warm, sliced diagonally, with the whipped cream.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs, 7 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 1/2 pounds tart apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled, quartered, and sliced thin crosswise, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Apple Raisin Strudels falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Raisin Strudels

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Variations & substitutions

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