Apple Strudel

Apfelstrudel

Ingredients13

• all-purpose flour250 g
• lukewarm water125 ml
• neutral oil2 tbsp
• white wine vinegar1 tsp
• salt1/2 tsp
• tart apples1 kg
• granulated sugar80 g
• raisins60 g
• ground cinnamon1 tsp
• lemon1
• unsalted butter80 g
• fine breadcrumbs80 g
• powdered sugar2 tbsp

Method

1. Mix flour, water, oil, vinegar, and salt into a soft dough. Knead until smooth and elastic, then rest covered for 30 minutes.
2. Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Toss with sugar, cinnamon, raisins, and the zest and juice of the lemon.
3. Melt the butter. Toast the breadcrumbs in half of it until golden, then cool slightly.
4. On a floured cloth, roll and stretch the dough paper-thin into a large rectangle. Brush with some of the remaining butter.
5. Scatter the breadcrumbs over the dough, leaving a border, then spread the apple filling along one long side.
6. Using the cloth, roll the strudel tightly, tuck in the ends, and place seam-side down on a buttered baking sheet. Brush with the rest of the butter.
7. Bake at 190°C for 35–40 minutes until deep golden. Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and slice to serve.