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Easy Apple Strudel with Puff Pastry

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Make this simple and delicious apple strudel using store-bought puff pastry. The filling features fresh, cinnamon-spiced apples and buttery breadcrumbs, perfect for a quick fall baking recipe or holiday brunch idea.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (14.1 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 medium apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the apples evenly. Stir in the raisins and walnuts, if using.
  3. In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and toast, stirring constantly, until golden brown and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Unfold one sheet of thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. Gently roll it out slightly larger, aiming for a rectangle about 10×12 inches.
  5. Brush the entire surface of the pastry lightly with half of the melted butter. Sprinkle half of the toasted breadcrumbs evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides.
  6. Spoon half of the apple mixture over the breadcrumbs, spreading it into an even layer.
  7. Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg wash. Roll the pastry up tightly from the long side, pressing the seam closed. Place the seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process with the second sheet of puff pastry and the remaining filling.
  8. Brush the tops of both strudels generously with the remaining egg wash. Sprinkle with coarse sugar. Cut a few small slits in the top of each strudel to allow steam to escape.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  10. Let the apple strudel cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Notes

  • For a bakery style apple strudel finish, dust the cooled strudel lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
  • If you prefer a more authentic flavor, substitute the breadcrumbs with finely ground almonds.
  • You can prepare the apple filling a day ahead and store it covered in the refrigerator.

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