Classic apple strudel

Step-by-step preparation

Cooking time: 2 hr

1. STEP 1

   

   How to make classic apple strudel? Prepare the ingredients for the test. The average amount of flour is indicated. It can take either less or more, it depends on its quality, humidity, egg size, etc. Read more about the properties of flour in the article at the end of the recipe. Take refined, odorless oil.

2. STEP 2

   

   Sift the flour into a large bowl. Do not add all the flour at once; it is better to add it when kneading if necessary. To begin, sift about 400 grams.

3. STEP 3

   

   Add salt and egg to the flour, mix lightly with a fork. Pour in the required amount of oil and warm water. Why does the water have to be warm? Warm water will cause gluten to develop faster, which is responsible for the elasticity of the dough. Knead the dough first with a fork and then with your hand.

4. STEP 4

   

   Now decide whether to add the rest of the flour - the dough should come together and stop being sticky.

5. STEP 5

   

   As soon as this happens, place the dough on the work surface and knead well until completely smooth.

6. STEP 6

   

   Cover the dough with a cloth or film and leave on the counter for 30 minutes. During this time, gluten will develop even better, which will improve the quality of the dough.

7. STEP 7

   

   While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. Prepare food for her. It is best to take sour varieties of apples for strudel; they are more aromatic in baked goods. I have an Antonovka. Take light, seedless raisins. I used cane sugar, it gave the filling a light caramel note.

8. STEP 8

   

   You will also need butter to grease the top of the roll.

9. STEP 9

   

   Pour boiling water over the raisins and leave for 15 minutes to swell.

10. STEP 10

    

    Wash the apples well and dry. Cut each apple in half and cut out the center with the seeds. Then remove the skin and cut the pulp into small cubes.

11. STEP 11

    

    Place the chopped apples in a bowl and pour lemon juice over them. This will prevent them from darkening.

12. STEP 12

    

    Place the steamed raisins in a sieve and then place on a paper towel to dry.

13. STEP 13

    

    Chop the walnuts with a knife.

14. STEP 14

    

    Add raisins, nuts, sugar and cinnamon to apples.

15. STEP 15

    

    Mix all ingredients. The filling is ready.

16. STEP 16

    

    Lay a linen or cotton towel on the table. Dust it with flour. Also roll the dough in flour. Roll it directly onto the fabric into a small circle with a rolling pin, trying to roll the edges thinner.

17. STEP 17

    

    And now start stretching the dough with your hands, or rather, your fists. Place the back of your fists under the dough and pull in different directions. The dough will instantly become thin. Moving your hands over the entire surface, stretch it into a large layer. Then spread the dough onto a cloth and stretch out its edges.

18. STEP 18

    

    It should become so thin that the design on the fabric can be seen through it. I trimmed the thick edges with a knife.

19. STEP 19

    

    Place the filling on the dough, retreating a couple of centimeters from one edge and more from the other, 5-7. Distribute it evenly.

20. STEP 20

    

    Using a towel, roll the dough and filling into a roll. Twist the edges, pinch off excess dough and fold.

21. STEP 21

    

    Line a baking tray with baking paper. Using a towel, transfer the roll to a baking sheet. It turns out to be a rather long roll; it only fit diagonally on my baking sheet measuring 30*40 cm. You can divide the dough into two parts and make two small strudels.

22. STEP 22

    

    Melt the butter in any way you like. Using a pastry brush, brush the top of the roll. But not all the oil, but only a small amount.

23. STEP 23

    

    Place the roll in the oven, preheated to 180°C and bake it for about 35-45 minutes. Brush the top of the roll with butter every 10 minutes. Calculate the exact baking time and temperature based on your oven. For more information on how ovens work, see the link at the end of this recipe.

24. STEP 24

    

    Bake the strudel until golden brown. Then take it out and cool slightly. Traditionally, strudel is served warm, sprinkled with powdered sugar and garnished with berries. Be sure to serve a scoop of vanilla ice cream with the warm strudel - it will act as a sauce.

Comments on the recipe

Varvara

06.08.2023

4.9

Nice recipe, delicious! The dough stretched well and wrapped without any problems! The crust is crispy, I didn’t brush it with oil during baking, only after removing it from the oven at the end of cooking. And of course with a scoop of your favorite ice cream or cream! Thanks for the recipe!

katushafin

06.08.2023

4.8

Please! Favorite recipe, especially with ice cream)

Elizabeth

06.08.2023

4.9

I’ve long wanted to try making apple strudel and found the perfect recipe! It’s quick and easy to prepare, even a beginner can handle it. The only thing is that I didn’t add nuts, but the apple-cinnamon-raisin combination itself is incredible, you’ll lick your fingers. As stated in the recipe, I constantly brushed it with butter, the strudel turned out crispy and aromatic. For those with a sweet tooth - you can pour chocolate on top, or with ice cream. Great recipe I will make again 😊