How is Apfelstrudel Made?
Apfelstrudel, a classic pastry from Germany, is a delicious dessert featuring a thin, flaky dough wrapped around a spiced apple filling. Here's a step-by-step guide to making this delightful treat.
Ingredients
- For the dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the filling:
- 4-5 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Combine flour, water, oil, and salt. Knead until smooth, then let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, mix sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, raisins, bread crumbs, and lemon juice.
- Roll out the dough: On a floured surface, stretch the dough thinly, making sure it's almost transparent.
- Assemble: Spread the filling evenly across the dough and roll it into a log shape.
- Bake: Place the strudel on a baking sheet and brush with melted butter. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
Serve
Let the apfelstrudel cool briefly before slicing. Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Enjoy!