Wiener Mohnstrudel (viennese Poppy Seed Strudel)

Wiener Mohnstrudel, or Viennese Poppy Seed Strudel, is a classic pastry from Viennese cuisine that features a delicious filling of poppy seeds, sugar, and nuts wrapped in layers of flaky pastry. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat with a cup of coffee.

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Wiener Mohnstrudel (viennese Poppy Seed Strudel)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups ground poppy seeds
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup chopped nuts
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 package of phyllo pastry sheets
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the ground poppy seeds, sugar, chopped nuts, and raisins.
  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 4 more sheets of phyllo pastry, layering each sheet on top of the previous one.
  5. Spread the poppy seed mixture over the layered phyllo pastry.
  6. Roll up the pastry, tucking in the edges, and place it seam side down on a baking sheet.
  7. Brush the top with melted butter and bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
6g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking sheet Pastry brush

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Wiener Mohnstrudel warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of rum or vanilla extract to the poppy seed filling.

Cost

$10