Mini Apple Strudel Recipe (2024)

Published: Sep 5, 2017 · Modified: Mar 16, 2023 by Abeer Rizvi · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

Quick and easy apple strudel recipe, requiring simple ingredients like puff pastry and apple pie filling. Ready in 30 minutes. Great Thanksgiving dessert.

As soon as we got close to Fall, my family starts making this apple strudel quite often.

Honestly, the aroma that fills thekitchen is intoxicating!

Now, I would NOT call this a traditional apple strudel recipe because it is not a classic German apple strudel recipe, which is entirely different and has nuts and raisins and uses Phyllo dough.

This is just a LAZYversion that I have been making for years...lol.

These MINIapple strudels are:

• Easy to make with just 4 ingredients
• Smalland bite sized
• Ready in just 30 minutes
• Simple to make with kids
• Great way to use up apples
• Perfect for serving a crowd at Fall/Thanksgiving breakfast or brunch

Can you freeze apple strudel?

Uncooked apple strudel can be tightly wrapped in saran wrap and packed in freezer bags for baking later. I do not recommend freezing baked strudel since it can become very soggy, as it defrosts.

What pastry to use for apple strudel?

I have seen recipes of apple strudel with puff pastry andphyllo pastry/ filo pastry butprefer puff pastry since it has a better texture.

Are strudels German?

Based on my research, they have roots in both Germany and Australia and are are made on special events.

Can you reheat apple strudel?

Yes, you can reheat it in the microwave or a toaster oven.

Can apple strudel be made in advance?

Yes, it can easily be made a day in advance.

How to make apple strudel with puff pastry?

The process is very SIMPLE for mini apple strudels. Start off by cutting small rectangular strips of puff pastry. Fill them with apple pie filling and roll them. Place them on a cookie tray. Cut slits on top with a knife. Brush egg wash over them and sprinkle sanding sugar. Bake in the oven until golden brown and enjoy!

How to store apple strudel?Does apple strudel need to be refrigerated?

Store it in a covered container at room temperature for up to 2 days. It does not need to be refrigerated.

How to serve apple strudel?

Enjoy it as is or serve it with:

• Vanilla ice cream
• Vanilla sauce
• Homemade caramel sauce
• Nutella syrup

Here are some TIPS for making mini apple pie strudels:

• You must use a very SHARPknife to make slits on top of each strudel to allow steam to escape while baking.
• Sanding sugar is OPTIONALbut highly recommended since it adds a nice sugary crunch.
• DON'Tskip the egg wash since it allows the sanding sugar to stick to the strudels and it gives them a shiny golden brown color.
• Some of the filling might ooze out a little while baking and that's very normal. The strudels will still taste great.
• Store bought OR homemade apple pie filling can be used.
• Make sure the filling is very thick or else it will ooze out completely from the strudels while baking and make a huge mess.
• To make THICKapple pie filling, cook store bought or homemade filling in a non-stick saucepan over medium heat to reduce it even further.
• You can use homemade puff pastry if you like but store-bought puff pastry is so QUICKand EASY.
• You can use the recipe below to make one big apple strudel, mini apple strudels and even an apple strudel pie.

Well, that's all for today.

If you liked this recipe, you may like some of these other apple recipes too...

Chocolate Caramel Apples

Homemade Apple Pie Filling(30 minutes)

Apple Pie Cake

Applesauce Cake

Here are some other Fall andThanksgiving recipes you might also like...

Upside Down Pear Cake

Chai Tea Spice Cake

Pumpkin Pie Fudge With Gingersnap Crust

Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

Until next time, tata my lovelies!