
Brown Butter Strudel
Prep
30 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Brown Butter Strudel is a classic pastry dessert featuring a flaky exterior wrapped around spiced apples and rich brown butter filling. With a preparation time of 30 minutes and 40 minutes in the oven, this recipe suits anyone looking for an elegant yet achievable bake. The combination of cinnamon, sugar, eggs and milk creates a delicious treat that brings together simple ingredients into something truly special.
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Ingredients
- 250 gflour
- 100 gbrown butter
- 1 gcinnamon
- 50 gsugar
- 2eggs
- ½salt
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 2apples
- 50 gbutter
- 100 mlmilk
- 1pastry brush
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a pastry brush to prevent the strudel from sticking.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown butter, cinnamon, and sugar.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
- 3
Add eggs one at a time, whisking until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
Tip: Use a fork to incorporate the eggs evenly.
- 4
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Set aside.
Tip: Use a paring knife to remove the core.
- 5
Roll out the pastry dough to a thickness of 3mm. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1cm border.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the apples evenly.
- 6
Brush the edges of the pastry with milk. Fold the pastry over the apples, pressing gently to seal.
Tip: Use a fork to crimp the edges.
- 7
Brush the top of the strudel with melted butter.
Tip: Use a pastry brush to create a golden brown finish.
- 8
Bake for 40 minutes, or until golden brown.
Tip: Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature of the strudel.
- 9
Let the strudel cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Tip: Use a wire rack to cool the strudel evenly.
- 10
Serve warm, dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Tip: Use a dusting brush to create a smooth finish.
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