Austrian strudel

10 servings

180 minutes

Austrian strudel is a symbol of Viennese cuisine, with a history that traces back to the Ottoman Empire when it arrived in Austria in the 17th century. This airy roll with the thinnest dough and rich filling of apples, raisins, nuts, and cinnamon captivates with its harmony of flavors and textures. The crispy golden crust contrasts with the juicy, aromatic filling that reveals sweet and spicy notes. Strudel pairs perfectly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a light dusting of powdered sugar to complement its delicate sweetness. This dessert embodies comfort and tradition, served in both exquisite cafes in Vienna and at home gatherings. It serves not only as a magnificent conclusion to a meal but also as true delight for gourmets who appreciate rich flavor and the history of the dish.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 285.6
• Proteins: 5.2g
• Fats: 8.8g
• Carbohydrates: 47.2g

Ingredients

• Butter: 50 g
• Wheat flour: 250 g
• Water: 0.5 glass
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Salt: pinch
• Apple: 1 kg
• Vanilla sugar: 15 g
• Raisin: 150 g
• Nuts: 80 g
• Cinnamon: 1 tsp
• Powdered sugar: 3 tbsp
• Lemon zest: 1 tsp
• Sugar: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Sift the flour and make a mound. Create a crater on top and pour in water, an egg, and melted butter, adding salt. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic. If it sticks to your hands, add flour (1-2 tablespoons). You can use a mixer for mixing. Roll the dough into a thick rope and throw it on the table with force for 10 minutes. Then roll it into a ball and let it rest covered for 1 hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 250 g
   • Water: 0.5 glass
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Butter: 50 g
   • Salt:  pinch

2. Soak the raisins in warm boiled water. Chop the nuts, but not too finely, in a blender. Peel the apples and slice them thinly. Heat butter in a pan. Add sugar and apples. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Add cinnamon, raisins, nuts and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Raisin: 150 g
   • Nuts: 80 g
   • Apple: 1 kg
   • Butter: 50 g
   • Sugar:  to taste
   • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon

3. Roll out the dough on a towel or silicone mat as thin as possible. I rolled it out until the pattern of the mat was visible. Place the filling. Lift the edges of the towel/mat and roll it into a log.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 1 kg

4. Place on a baking sheet. Cover with foil on top (!) Put in the oven, preheated to 200 degrees. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes (actual time depends on your oven). I baked mine for 35+10 minutes at the same temperature). After baking, the dough was slightly dry on top, and I brushed it with coconut oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 50 g

5. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or dusted with powder. It’s also great cold.