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Apple Strudel


Frozen puff pastry sheets
1 egg
1 tbsp. water
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tbsp. plain flour
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
2 tbsp. raisins/sultanas
Icing sugar (optional)'

1. Thaw the pastry sheets at room temperature for 40 minutes or until it’s easy to handle. Heat the oven to 375°F/180C. Lightly grease a baking tray. Stir the egg and water in a small bowl. Mix the sugar, flour and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Add the apples and raisins and toss to coat.

2. Unfold the pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Roll the sheet into a 16x12-inch rectangle. With the short side facing you, spoon the apple mixture onto the bottom half of the pastry to within 1 inch of the edges. Starting at the short side closest to you, roll up like a jelly roll. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Tuck ends under to seal. Brush with the egg mixture. Cut several 2-inch long slits 2 inches apart on the top.

3. Bake for 35 minutes or until golden. Cool on the baking sheet on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Slice and serve warm. Sprinkle with icing sugar.

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