Wiener Kirschstrudel (viennese Cherry Strudel)

Wiener Kirschstrudel, or Viennese Cherry Strudel, is a classic dessert from Viennese cuisine that features a delicious cherry filling wrapped in layers of flaky pastry. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat any time of the year.

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Wiener Kirschstrudel (viennese Cherry Strudel)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups pitted cherries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 6 sheets phyllo pastry
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Place one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface and brush it with melted butter. Sprinkle with bread crumbs.
  4. Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets, stacking them on top of each other.
  5. Spoon the cherry filling along one long edge of the phyllo stack, leaving a border around the edges.
  6. Roll up the phyllo stack, tucking in the edges as you roll, to encase the cherry filling.
  7. Transfer the strudel to a baking sheet, seam side down, and brush the top with melted butter.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the strudel is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.
  10. Slice and serve the Wiener Kirschstrudel warm. Enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
4g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking sheet Pastry brush

Tools

Knife Mixing bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Wiener Kirschstrudel with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For a shortcut, you can use store-bought cherry pie filling instead of making the cherry filling from scratch.

Cost

$12