Austrian strudel with cherries
4 servings
180 minutes
Austrian strudel with cherries is the embodiment of Austria's culinary traditions, an exquisite combination of crispy dough and juicy fruit filling. Its history dates back to the 17th century when strudels became popular in Central Europe. The cherry adds a refreshing tartness, while apples with cinnamon and brandy reveal a richness of flavor, creating a harmony of sweetness and spice. The light dough based on cottage cheese makes the texture soft, and the baked roll turns out fragrant and golden brown. This dessert is perfect for cozy family evenings or festive gatherings. Serving it slightly warm can highlight the tenderness of the filling, while a scoop of vanilla ice cream adds contrast and sophistication. Austrian strudel with cherries is not just a pastry but a true delight of taste and tradition.
1
For the test, combine all ingredients, mix thoroughly, and refrigerate for 2 hours. Remove the pits from the cherries and let them sit a bit to release their juice.
- Wheat flour: 200 g
- Cottage cheese: 200 g
- Egg yolk: 4 pieces
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
- Cherry: 200 g
2
Peel the apples and remove the cores, cut them into cubes and lightly fry in a pan with cinnamon and cognac. Then combine with cherries and add sugar.
- Apple: 4 pieces
- Sugar: 120 g
- Cognac: 40 g
- Butter: to taste
- Ground cinnamon: to taste
3
Roll out the dough on parchment paper into a thin layer, then spread the filling on it and smooth it out. Roll the dough with the filling into a roll and place it in a preheated oven at 180 degrees.