Apple Cinnamon Strudel Delight

About this recipe

Indulge in this Apple Cinnamon Strudel Delight, featuring thin layers of flaky pastry enveloping a sweet and spiced apple filling. Perfect for a cozy dessert, this easy-to-make strudel is best served warm, straight out of the oven. Enjoy the aromatic blend of cinnamon and nutmeg paired with tender, juicy apples enveloped in crisp, golden-brown pastry.

Ingredients

• 1 package frozen filo pastry, thawed
• 4 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• Confectioner's sugar, for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange juice for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in walnuts and raisins, then remove from heat.

4. 4

   Lay a filo sheet on a clean surface, brush with melted butter, and layer another sheet on top, repeating with 5 sheets.

5. 5

   Spread apple filling on one edge of the filo stack, then roll tightly.

6. 6

   Place the strudel on a baking sheet and brush with remaining melted butter.

7. 7

   Bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown.

8. 8

   Cool slightly, sprinkle with confectioner's sugar, and serve warm.