{"id":1608,"date":"2026-02-04T20:35:45","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T20:35:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1608"},"modified":"2026-02-04T20:35:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T20:35:45","slug":"my-grandmas-apple-strudel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/04\/my-grandmas-apple-strudel\/","title":{"rendered":"My Grandma\u2019s Apple Strudel"},"content":{"rendered":"

My Grandma\u2019s Apple Strudel (Classic Homemade Recipe)<\/h1>\n

My Grandma\u2019s Apple Strudel<\/strong> is a classic old-fashioned dessert made with tender spiced apples, sweet cinnamon sugar, and flaky golden pastry. This traditional European apple strudel recipe is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or whenever you crave a warm, comforting homemade treat.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Ingredients<\/h2>\n

Apple Filling<\/h3>\n
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  • 4\u20135 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and thinly sliced<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n
  • \u00bc teaspoon nutmeg (optional)<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup raisins (optional)<\/li>\n
  • \u00bc cup breadcrumbs (to absorb juices)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Pastry & Assembly<\/h3>\n
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    • 1 package puff pastry or homemade strudel dough<\/li>\n
    • \u00bc cup melted butter<\/li>\n
    • Powdered sugar for dusting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \u00a0Instructions<\/h2>\n
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      1. Prepare the apple filling:<\/strong> In a bowl, mix sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, lemon juice, and raisins. Set aside for 10\u201315 minutes.<\/li>\n
      2. Preheat oven<\/strong> to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C)<\/strong>. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/li>\n
      3. Roll out the pastry dough into a thin rectangle.<\/li>\n
      4. Brush melted butter over the dough and sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly.<\/li>\n
      5. Spread the apple mixture across the dough, leaving a border around the edges.<\/li>\n
      6. Carefully roll the dough into a log, tucking in the ends.<\/li>\n
      7. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush the top with melted butter.<\/li>\n
      8. Bake for 30\u201340 minutes<\/strong>, until golden brown and crisp.<\/li>\n
      9. Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve warm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n
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        • Serve with vanilla ice cream<\/li>\n
        • Pair with whipped cream<\/li>\n
        • Enjoy warm with coffee or tea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          \u00a0Tips for Best Strudel<\/h2>\n
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          • Slice apples thinly for even baking<\/li>\n
          • Don\u2019t overfill to prevent leaking<\/li>\n
          • Brush extra butter for ultra-flaky layers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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