Apple Strudel
This delightful recipe combines sweet eating apples with tangy orange zest and sultanas, all wrapped in layers of crispy filo pastry. A hint of nutmeg adds warmth to the filling, creating a comforting and aromatic dessert. With a golden brown, flaky exterior and a juicy, flavorful interior, this apple strudel is the perfect treat for any occasion.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 680g/1½lbs eating apples
- ½ orange
- 100g/3½oz caster sugar
- freshly grated nutmeg
- 55g/2oz sultanas
- 6-8 sheets ready-made filo pastry
- 55g/2oz butter
- 2 tbsp dried breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas 5.
- Place the apple, orange juice and zest, sugar, nutmeg and sultanas into a large bowl and mix well.
- Brush each sheet of filo pastry with melted butter, then place the sheets of pastry on top of each other onto a large sheet of greaseproof paper.
- Sprinkle the top sheet of filo with some dried breadcrumbs, then spoon the apple mixture down the middle of the filo sheet.
- Carefully roll the pastry up around the filling like a cigar, using the greaseproof paper to help.
- Place the filo roll onto a greased baking tray, brush with any remaining melted butter and cook for 30-40 minutes, until lightly browned and the filling is hot.
Cook Time
1H
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Serves 4
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