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Homemade Apple Strudel Recipe

NATIONAL APPLE STRUDEL DAY

June 17th • A Taste of Austria in Every Bite

WHAT IS APPLE STRUDEL?

Apple Strudel is one of Austria's most famous desserts, featuring tender spiced apples wrapped in delicate flaky pastry and baked until golden brown.

For centuries, travelers visiting Vienna have enjoyed this iconic treat in historic cafés alongside a cup of coffee while taking in the city's rich culture and architecture.

Today, Apple Strudel remains a beloved dessert around the world—and June 17th is the perfect day to celebrate it!

CHOOSING THE BEST APPLES

Not all apples bake the same! For the perfect strudel, choose apples that hold their shape and balance sweetness with tartness.

BEST APPLES FOR STRUDEL

Granny Smith

Tart and firm

Excellent baking apple

Honeycrisp

Sweet and juicy

Great texture

Braeburn

Sweet-tart flavor

Holds shape well

Pink Lady

Bright flavor

Perfect balance of sweet and tart

Jonagold

Slightly sweet

Traditional baking favorite

PRO TIP:

Mix two varieties together for deeper flavor and texture.

CLASSIC APPLE STRUDEL RECIPE

Prep Time

25 Minutes

Bake Time

35–40 Minutes

🍽 Servings

8–10

INGREDIENTS

Filling

• 6 cups peeled, thinly sliced apples

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• ½ cup raisins (optional)

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Pastry

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

(or traditional strudel dough if preferred)

Topping

• 1 egg, beaten

Powdered sugar for dusting

DIRECTIONS

1️⃣ Prepare Filling

Combine:

• apples

• sugar

• cinnamon

• nutmeg

• lemon juice

• raisins

Mix well.

2️⃣ Toast Breadcrumbs

In a skillet, sauté breadcrumbs in melted butter until lightly golden.

Mix into apple filling.

This helps absorb excess moisture.

3️⃣ Fill Pastry

Roll out puff pastry.

Spread filling down the center.

Fold sides over and seal.

4️⃣ Brush & Bake

Brush with beaten egg.

Bake at:

375°F (190°C)

for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.

5️⃣ Serve

Cool slightly.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

DELICIOUS VARIATIONS

• Cherry Apple Strudel

Add dried cherries for a sweet-tart twist.

• Walnut Apple Strudel

Mix in chopped walnuts or pecans.

• Caramel Apple Strudel

Drizzle caramel sauce over the filling.

• Cranberry Apple Strudel

Perfect for fall and holiday gatherings.

• Dessert Upgrade

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

TASTE OF VIENNA

Apple Strudel is closely associated with the beautiful city of:

Vienna

Visitors can enjoy authentic strudel in elegant cafés while exploring:

• Historic palaces

• Classical music venues

• Traditional coffee houses

• Museums and art galleries

The city is often considered one of Europe's greatest culinary destinations.

FUN STRUDEL FACTS

📜 The word "Strudel" means "whirlpool" in German, referring to the dessert's rolled layers.

📜 Recipes date back hundreds of years and were influenced by cuisines from across Central Europe.

📜 Traditional Viennese bakers stretch strudel dough so thin it's said you should be able to read a newspaper through it.

FOOD + TRAVEL = SWEET MEMORIES

National Apple Strudel Day is a perfect reminder that some of the world's best travel experiences happen around the table.

From Austrian cafés to family kitchens, great food connects us to culture, history, and unforgettable adventures.

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Happy National Apple Strudel Day!