Name: Easy Apple Strudel
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored and coarsely shredded; 3 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 cup golden raisins; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 egg; 0.25 cup milk

This apple strudel recipe is easy to make with puff pastry, so it comes together in under an hour.

How to Make Apple Strudel

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:

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Apple Strudel Ingredients

These are the ingredients you need to make this easy apple strudel recipe:

Apples: The tartness from Granny Smith apples perfectly balances the sweet brown sugar.
Brown sugar: Opt for light brown sugar for the perfect sweet, cozy flavor.
Golden raisins: Golden raisins take the flavor and texture up a few notches.
Flour: All-purpose flour thickens the apple strudel filling.
Puff pastry: Two thawed puff pastry sheets are key to making this easy apple strudel.
Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the overall flavor, but it won’t make the strudel taste salty.
Egg and milk: Brushing an egg wash (made with one egg and a tablespoon of whole milk) over the puff pastry before baking ensures a gorgeous golden brown finish.

How to Make How to Make Apple Strudel With Puff Pastry

Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade apple strudel:

Stir the apples, brown sugar, golden raisins, and flour in a bowl.
Place each puff pastry on a lightly floured work surface and roll into two rectangles.
Fill and seal each pastry, then transfer to a baking sheet.
Brush on the egg wash and cut slits into the top.
Bake until golden brown.

Test Kitchen Tips

This top-rated user recipe was tested in our test kitchen. Here are some tips from recipe tester Nicole Hopper:

When working with puff pastry, it’s important to keep it cold. If it gets too warm, don’t hesitate to pop it in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes to chill.
Crimp edges tightly to ensure a good seal and minimize leakage in the oven. I like to press them together, then fold them over, then crimp with a fork for a super solid seal.
You could use regular raisins instead of golden raisins.
If you prefer things less sweet, you can reduce the sugar and raisins to ½ cup each.

How Long Does Apple Strudel Last?

Nicole says this apple strudel is best eaten immediately. “I do not recommend storing leftovers, as the pastry will go soggy. If you won’t eat both strudels, it’s best to just halve the recipe.”

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“It was delicious,” raves one Allrecipes community member. “I added a little nutmeg and cinnamon.”

“This was super easy to make,” according to another community member. “I'm not a fan of raisins, so I added some walnuts instead. I also sprinkled in some nutmeg and cinnamon. My eldest son had fun rolling out the dough.”

“So easy, even for a first-time strudler,” says yrnldy. “My apples were a sweeter variety, so I should have cut back on the sugar. I suggest using a rimmed baking sheet, as I had some ooze that escaped. Delicious.”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Easy Apple Strudel

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Close up on a golden-brown apple strudel, with the end cut off to reveal inside.

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

12

Yield:

2 apple strudels

Ingredients

1 medium Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored and coarsely shredded
2 medium Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced
3/4 cup light brown sugar
3/4 cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons all purpose flour, plus more for dusting
2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg
1 tablespoon whole milk

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place shredded and chopped apples in a large bowl. Stir in brown sugar, golden raisins, flour, and salt; set aside.

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Working with one sheet at a time, place puff pastry on a lightly floured work surface. Roll lightly with a rolling pin into an approximately 10- x 12-inch rectangle. Arrange 1/2 of the apple filling (about 3 cups) down one side of pastry lengthwise.

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Fold pastry lengthwise over apple mixture; dampen edges of pastry with water, then press or crimp edges to seal. Repeat process with 2nd pastry sheet and remaining apple mixture.
Transfer to prepared baking sheet, leaving at least 2-inches between each pastry. Whisk egg and milk together in a small bowl; brush on top of each pastry. Cut 3 or 4 slits on top of each pastry to allow steam to escape.

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Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes.

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Slice, serve, and enjoy!

From the Editor

This recipe was tested in our test kitchen in November 2023 and updated to make 2 strudels for the amount of filling.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

135	Calories
2g	Fat
28g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 135
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Cholesterol 16mg	5%
Sodium 76mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 28g	10%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 21g
Protein 2g	3%
Vitamin C 0mg	0%
Calcium 21mg	2%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 149mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.