My Grandma’s Apple Strudel – I remember the smell of apples, cinnamon, and warm pastry filling our home whenever she made it. Later, my father would carry on the tradition, baking this strudel for me whenever I asked. Each bite brings back those special moments, making it one of the most meaningful recipes in my life.
This isn’t a complicated bakery-style strudel with dozens of paper-thin pastry layers. Instead, it’s a rustic, family recipe that’s been passed down through generations. The flaky crust is tender and golden, the filling is packed with juicy apples coated in cinnamon sugar, and the simple glaze ties it all together with just the right sweetness. It’s humble, comforting, and absolutely delicious—exactly the way my grandma made it.
If you’ve been searching for a dessert that feels like home, this recipe is it.
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 6 cups apples peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Crust
- 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 cups shortening
- 2 egg yolks plus water to equal 1 cup
- 1 egg white reserved for brushing
Icing/Frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk or light cream approximately
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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