Cherry Strudel
Description
Few desserts are as inviting as a warm cherry strudel fresh from the oven. Tender, juicy cherries are tucked inside layers of crisp, flaky pastry with a hint of warm spice and bright lemon, creating a beautiful balance of sweet and tart in every bite. As it bakes, the golden pastry and bubbling fruit fill the kitchen with an aroma that’s sure to draw everyone in.
Whether you’re serving it for brunch, sharing it over coffee with friends, or ending a special meal on a sweet note, this cherry strudel is as beautiful to serve as it is to enjoy. A light dusting of powdered sugar is all it needs, though it’s equally delicious alongside a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream.
It’s the kind of dessert that turns simple moments into lasting memories. Â
Ingredients
Instructions
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Defrost the puff pastry according to package directions. (It takes approximately 30 minutes to defrost one sheet)
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Preheat the oven to 375° F
In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, toss the cherries with the lemon juice, then add them to the dry mixture.
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Gently toss until the cherries are well-coated, then set aside.
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Unfold the puff pastry and roll it out onto a lightly floured surface to approximately 11 x 15 inches.
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Spoon the cherry mixture out onto the dough in a line down the middle.
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Fold one edge over the cherries, then take the opposite side and fold it over—tucking in the ends.
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Brush the top of the strudel with the melted butter, then sprinkle generously with sugar.
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Use a serrated knife to make several diagonal slashes along the top of the strudel, then carefully transfer the strudel to a Baking Sheet that's been lined with Parchment Paper.
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Bake for 30 - 35 minutes until the top is golden. Allow the strudel to cool for 20-30 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 306kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.5g26%
- Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
- Sodium 145mg7%
- Potassium 180mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 38.4g13%
- Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
- Sugars 18.7g
- Protein 3.5g8%
- Vitamin A 220 IU
- Vitamin C 8 mg
- Calcium 26 mg
- Iron 1.4 mg
- Vitamin E 0.8 mg
- Vitamin K 7 mcg
- Vitamin B6 0.05 mg
- Folate 36 mcg
- Magnesium 20 mg
- Zinc 0.5 mg
- Selenium 6 mcg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
