Strudel

★★★★★ 4.3 / 5 299 reviews Hard Prep: 49m · Cook: 20m Yields: 12 pastries

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About This Recipe

This Strudel recipe is straightforward and hard to follow, producing 12 pastries of bakery-quality results at home.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Combine the flour and salt in a bowl, then cut in the cold butter until coarse crumbs form.
  2. Gradually add cold water, mixing just until the dough comes together.
  3. Chill the dough for 30 minutes, then roll it out on a floured surface.
  4. Fold the dough into thirds, turn, and repeat the rolling and folding process.
  5. Chill again for 30 minutes before rolling to the desired thickness.
  6. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit until puffed and golden brown.

Baker’s Tips

  • Read the recipe fully before you begin and prepare all ingredients in advance.
  • Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate baking temperatures.
  • Allow baked goods to cool properly before slicing or serving.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer.

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