Lithuanian Apple Strudel (Lietuviškas obuolių štrudelis)
Lietuviškas obuolių štrudelis, or Lithuanian Apple Strudel, is a traditional Lithuanian dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This delicious pastry is filled with sweet and tangy apples, cinnamon, and a flaky crust, making it a delightful treat for family and friends.
Ingredients
- 4 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 8 sheets phyllo dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, raisins, and chopped walnuts. Toss to coat the apples evenly.
- Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush it with melted butter. Sprinkle with a little bread crumbs. Repeat with the remaining sheets of phyllo dough, stacking them on top of each other.
- Spoon the apple mixture along the long edge of the phyllo dough. Roll the dough and tuck in the edges to seal the filling inside.
- Transfer the strudel to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the top with melted butter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the strudel is golden brown and crispy.
- Let the strudel cool for a few minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 10g
- Protein
- 3g
Supplies
Baking sheet Parchment paper
Tools
Pastry brush Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Lietuviškas obuolių štrudelis warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips & tricks
For a decorative touch, create a lattice pattern with the phyllo dough before rolling the strudel.
Cost
$10