Grandma’s Classic Apple Strudel — A Family Tradition

Introduction

“This is my grandma’s apple strudel recipe passed down, and I’m sorry I don’t make it any other way — because this is the way I like it.”
A tender, flaky pastry filled with spiced apples and raisins, this strudel is a warm, comforting dessert that brings a touch of nostalgia with every bite.

Ingredients

  • 6–8 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

  • ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ½ tsp nutmeg (optional)

  • ¼ cup raisins (optional)

  • 1 package of puff pastry or phyllo dough (thawed if frozen)

  • ¼ cup melted butter

  • 1 tbsp breadcrumbs (to prevent soggy bottom)

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

How to Make