Mini Apple Strudel

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 3
Delectable Mini Apple Strudel recipe for your tea-time delight
in Pastry

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 sheets puff pastry
2 granny smith apples , finely sliced
1/4 cup almond meal
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sultanas
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
milk , for brushing
raw sugar , for sprinkling

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
125
Sugar
9g
Fat
7g
Mini Apple Strudels are a small version of the famous European pastry renowned for flaky phyllo pastry filled with fruit, spices and other delicious things. This recipe is made with puff pastry, a sweet almond filling and fresh slices of granny smith apples. The beauty of this recipe is that it creates mini versions of the classic strudel, making it perfect for tea time or as a party dessert that is easy to make and serve. These delicious desserts are baked rather than fried, making them a healthier option than the original version.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200C fan-forced. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.On a lightly floured surface, cut each pastry sheet into quarters using a pizza cutter or a sharp knife.
3.In a small bowl, mix together the almond meal, brown sugar, sultanas, cinnamon and nutmeg.
4.Divide the mixture evenly among the pastry squares, placing it in the centre of each square.
5.Place the apples on top of the almond mixture, dividing it equally among the squares.
6.Bring the corners of the pastry together at the top and pinch to seal.
7.Brush the tops of the pastry with milk and sprinkle with raw sugar.
8.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
9.9.Allow the strudels to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Mini Apple Strudels are a delicious dessert option that can be enjoyed hot or cold.

They are easy to make and are perfect for entertaining guests or as a sweet treat for yourself.

These mini strudels are a healthier alternative to traditional strudels that are high in calories.

CONS

These Mini Apple Strudels can be addictive and it may be difficult to stop at just one.

Though they are a healthier dessert option, they still contain sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Overbaking of the strudels can cause the filling to boil over and spill while underbaking can give you undercooked pastry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Mini Apple Strudels are a healthier dessert option as they are baked, not fried.
They are also a good source of dietary fiber, Vitamin C and antioxidants.
The apples in these strudels lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of diabetes, while the sultanas are good for digestion and maintaining blood pressure.
Almond meal in the strudels can support healthy brain and heart health, lower cholesterol levels and prevent weight gain.

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