The most delicious strudel with apples

Cookinero 3 January 2023

What is the best apple strudel? The one that is prepared by skillful hands, but certainly with soul and mood. Any experienced housewife will confirm that for some reason it is the dough that “feels” the emotional state of the one who deals with it. Therefore, if the mood is at zero, first try to recover at least a little. By the way, for the preparation of strudel with apples, peace of mind is especially important: you will need endurance and patience. First - in order to knead the dough thoroughly, with sense, with feeling, with arrangement, then - to make the thinnest layer out of it without a single hole. And then - in order to calmly respond to the endless questions of the household about how much longer they have to wait (the aromas from the kitchen will simply drive you crazy). Interestingly, when this, by far, the most delicious strudel is ready, there will be no trace of your bad mood. Proven in practice!

How to cook The most delicious strudel with apples

Step 1

The most delicious strudel with apples

Prepare the dough for the most delicious strudel. Sift the flour through a fine sieve onto the table in a pile. Make a small indentation in the top with a spoon or finger.

Step 2

The most delicious strudel with apples

Gently pour warm water and vegetable oil into it. Add egg and salt. Knead the dough and knead it, kneading, rolling and beating on the table for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

The most delicious strudel with apples

From the resulting smooth, very elastic strudel dough, form a ball and wrap in cling film. Leave for 1 hour at room temperature.

Step 4

The most delicious strudel with apples

Prepare the apple strudel filling. Wash the raisins and place in a small bowl. Fill with warm water and leave for 10 minutes.

Step 5

The most delicious strudel with apples

Coarsely chop the walnuts with a knife. Peel the apples, then cut into quarters and remove the core with seeds. Cut the pulp into thin slices.

Step 6

The most delicious strudel with apples

Heat 20 g butter in a frying pan. Add sugar and apples. Stirring, fry over low heat for 3 minutes. Let cool slightly, then stir in the cinnamon, raisins and nuts. Delicious strudel filling is ready.

Step 7

The most delicious strudel with apples

Grind the rich crackers in a blender or pass through a meat grinder with a frequent grate. Pour into a dry frying pan and lightly brown over low heat.

Step 8

The most delicious strudel with apples

Spread a large linen towel on the table and dust it with flour. Lay out the dough and roll out. Then lift and gently stretch to the sides. You should get a thin, translucent layer. This is the base of the strudel.

Step 9

The most delicious strudel with apples

Melt the remaining butter and let cool. Brush it with a layer of dough for strudel and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Spread the apple filling on top. Roll up.

Step 10

The most delicious strudel with apples

Transfer the apple strudel to a baking sheet lined with baking paper and cover with foil. Bake for 25 minutes at 180°C. Then remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes. Let the strudel cool slightly and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

The most delicious strudel with apples - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can! Choose apples that hold their shape well when cooked, such as Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Braeburn. A mix of sweet and tart apples also works well.
Store leftover strudel in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a low oven or microwave.
Yes, you can freeze apple strudel. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil. Freeze for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
While the egg contributes to the dough's elasticity, you can try substituting it with 2 tablespoons of applesauce or plain yogurt to help bind the dough.
Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Be sure to also use gluten-free breadcrumbs. The dough may be a little more delicate to work with, so handle it with care.
Apple strudel is delicious on its own, or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce. A dusting of extra cinnamon also complements the flavors nicely.
Yes, while traditionally made with a stretched dough, puff pastry provides a quicker alternative. Be sure to adjust baking time accordingly.
Pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts are great alternatives or additions to walnuts in the filling. Toast them lightly before adding for enhanced flavor.

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