Homemade Apple Strudel in Filo Pastry Easy and Delicious
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Europe with this Easy and Delicious Apple Strudel in Filo Pastry Homemade recipe! Picture warm, cinnamon-spiced apples nestled within layers of delicate filo pastry, dusted with a snowfall of powdered sugar—a true culinary masterpiece that’s often seen as daunting to recreate at home.
Traditionally, apple strudel embodies the essence of a rustic European apple pie, a symbol of comfort and warmth. However, fear not, as this recipe has been meticulously crafted to demystify the process and deliver outstanding results with ease. With just a handful of pantry staples and a bit of baking finesse, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you can create this delightful treat.
You only need six apples, a box of healthy granola cereal containing cinnamon and raisins, two sticks of organic salted butter, and some powdered sugar. If you are vegan, use vegan-friendly coconut oil or baking oil instead of butter.
For this strudel, I prefer Gala apples. They are an excellent choice due to their unique combination of sweetness and tartness and their firm texture that holds up well during baking. Their thin skin also means they don’t require peeling, saving time and preserving nutrients. When baked in a strudel, Gala apples maintain a slight crunch that contrasts beautifully with the flaky pastry, adding layers of texture to each bite. Their natural sweetness pairs wonderfully with cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a harmonious balance of flavors
Homemade Apple Strudel in Filo Pastry Easy and Delicious
Ingredients
- 1 lb box Filo Factory organic filo pastry 13" x 18" sheets (1 pound is approximately 20 sheets)
- 1 box Cascadian Farm cinnamon raisin granola organic cereal 15.6 oz box
- 6 Galla apples large, grated
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare two 8" x 12" baking dishes. You will end up with four strudels, two per baking dish. When rolled, each will measure approximately 3.5 inches wide. Grate apples and leave in a bowl for 30 minutes.
- Mix the entire box of cereal with grated apples. Add cinnamon. Divide into four equal parts.
- Unroll filo sheets and divide by four, placing wax paper or a toothpick in between each stack to mark them. You should cover them all with a damp cloth so they do not dry up while rolling the strudel. Melt butter and lightly brush each sheet.
- When you've completed one-quarter of the filo sheets, spread one-quarter of the apple mixture, arranging the loaves into 3-4 inches wide.
- Wrap the filling into filo pastry and place the strudel into a buttered or oiled baking dish. Repeat the process three more times. Brush each strudel with a generous amount of butter and pierce each with a fork eight to ten times, equally spaced.
- Preheat the oven to 360ºF and bake for 1 hour. Check the strudels and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let them cool for 30 minutes before cutting them into 1.5-inch-wide slices at a slight angle. Sprinkle with plenty of powdered sugar.You just created a delicious, flaky dessert everyone will love! Serve the desired amount and freeze or refrigerate the rest. This strudel will make a great breakfast, afternoon snack, or dessert.
