Easy Apple Strudel

Last updated: 16th Aug 2026

This easy apple strudel gives you the warm spiced flavour of the Austrian classic without the fuss of making strudel dough from scratch. Using ready-rolled filo pastry keeps it approachable while still giving a crisp, flaky finish.

A mixture of apples, raisins, cinnamon and breadcrumbs makes a filling that stays soft and fruity rather than watery. Brushing the pastry with melted butter helps the layers turn beautifully golden in the oven.

Serve it warm with a dusting of icing sugar, or with cream, custard or vanilla ice cream if you want a more indulgent dessert. It is especially good as a cosy chalet-style treat after a cold day outdoors.

Ingredients

Method

1. Heat the oven to 200°C, 180°C fan, gas 6. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
2. Put the sliced apples in a large bowl with the sugar, cinnamon, raisins, breadcrumbs and lemon juice. Toss well to combine.
3. Lay one sheet of filo pastry on a clean work surface and brush lightly with melted butter. Repeat with the remaining sheets, overlapping them to form a rectangle.
4. Spoon the apple mixture along one long side, leaving a border around the edges.
5. Fold in the short edges, then roll the pastry up to enclose the filling. Place the strudel seam-side down on the prepared tray.
6. Brush the outside with the remaining melted butter.
7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until crisp, deeply golden and cooked through.
8. Leave to cool for 10 minutes, then dust with icing sugar before slicing and serving.

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