Fruili Apple Strudel
A golden, flaky Austrian-inspired strudel filled with spiced apples and cinnamon, perfect for a cozy dessert. This italian-inspired quick meals ready in about 75 minutes pairs medium, peeled and diced apples, all-purpose flour, cubed unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 medium, peeled and diced apples
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup, cubed unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup caster sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp, melted butter
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 3/4 cup sugar, and 1 tsp cinnamon. Gradually add 1 tbsp melted butter and 2 beaten eggs, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes, then wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Roll out the chilled dough into a 12x16-inch rectangle. Spread 1 tbsp melted butter over the dough, then layer 4 cups diced apples (about 12 oz) evenly over the surface. Sprinkle an additional 1/2 tsp cinnamon over the apples.
- Step 3: Fold the dough over the apples, then roll up tightly like a jelly roll. Slice into 1-inch thick rounds. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush each slice with remaining 1 tbsp melted butter.
- Step 4: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Fruili Apple Strudel take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (45 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Fruili Apple Strudel?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fruili Apple Strudel?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Fruili Apple Strudel for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Fruili Apple Strudel?
Italian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
