Strudel Surprise!

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Strudel Surprise Recipe with Cream Cheese and Raisins
in Pastry

Prep

60 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

100 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup milk , room temperature
2 eggs
1/2 cup butter , softened
4 cups flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons rapid-rise active dry yeast
8 ounces cream cheese ( or farmers cheese )
4 egg yolks
1 lemons , zest of or 1 orange , zest of
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup pistachios , peeled
1/2 cup raisins , re-hydrated in water ( Dried Cranberries , Dried blueberries are great choice as well )
2 tablespoons butter , melted
1/2 cup ground almonds ( finely crushed almond cookies works )
confectioners ' sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
608
Sugar
22g
Fat
35g
Strudel is a traditional pastry that originated in Austria and has since become a beloved dessert all over the world. This Strudel Surprise recipe puts a unique twist on the classic pastry with the addition of cream cheese, raisins, and pistachios. The dough is light and flaky, while the filling is decadent and sweet. This pastry is perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat to share with friends and family.

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, mix together the milk, eggs, butter, flour, sugar, and yeast until a smooth dough forms.
2.Knead the dough for 10 minutes on a floured surface, then transfer it to a greased bowl and let it sit in a warm spot for 30 minutes to rise.
3.Combine the cream cheese, egg yolks, lemon zest, vanilla, pistachios, and re-hydrated raisins in a mixing bowl.
4.Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5.Roll the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle, then brush the melted butter onto it and sprinkle the ground almonds on top.
6.Spoon the cream cheese mixture onto the center of the dough, then carefully fold the edges over the filling to create a seal.
7.Transfer the strudel to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
8.Let the strudel cool for 10 minutes, then sprinkle confectioners' sugar over the top before slicing and serving.

PROS

This strudel has a delicious combination of cream cheese, raisins, and pistachios that is sure to please your taste buds.

The dough is easy to work with and produces a light and flaky pastry.

CONS

This pastry is high in calories and fat, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation.

It takes some time and effort to prepare, so plan accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this strudel is not the healthiest dessert, it does have some nutritional benefits.
The pistachios provide healthy fats and protein, while the raisins contain fiber and various vitamins and minerals.

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