Dulce de Leche Strudel

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.

   Tip: Make sure to use room temperature ingredients.

3. 3

   Add the softened butter to the bowl and mix until the dough comes together.

   Tip: Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour mixture.

4. 4

   Gradually add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until a dough forms.

   Tip: Don't overmix the dough.

5. 5

   Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 3mm.

   Tip: Use a rolling pin to achieve an even thickness.

7. 7

   Transfer the dough to a 20x20cm square baking dish.

   Tip: Make sure to trim the edges of the dough to fit the baking dish.

8. 8

   Spread the dulce de leche over the dough, leaving a 2cm border around the edges.

   Tip: Use a spatula to spread the dulce de leche evenly.

9. 9

   Roll out the remaining dough to a thickness of about 3mm.

   Tip: Use a rolling pin to achieve an even thickness.

10. 10

    Use a pastry cutter or a knife to cut the dough into strips for the streusel topping.

    Tip: Cut the strips to a length of about 5cm.

11. 11

    Sprinkle the streusel topping over the dulce de leche.

    Tip: Make sure to sprinkle the topping evenly.

12. 12

    Brush the edges of the strudel with the beaten eggs.

    Tip: Use a pastry brush to apply the egg wash evenly.

13. 13

    Bake the strudel for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.

    Tip: Rotate the baking dish halfway through the baking time.