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Jamie Oliver Apple Strudel Recipe

  • Author: Ekani Ella
  • Prep Time: 25
  • Cook Time: 35
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European

Description

The Jamie Oliver Apple Strudel is a rustic dessert made with thin layers of filo pastry filled with a mixture of apples, raisins, sugar, cinnamon, and toasted breadcrumbs. The strudel is rolled up, brushed with butter, and baked until golden and crisp. Jamie’s approach focuses on simple ingredients and a relaxed, hands-on preparation style that makes this classic dessert accessible for home cooks.

Ingredients

  • Apples – 4 medium (Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled and thinly sliced: Firm, tart apples hold their shape and balance the sweetness.

  • Raisins – ½ cup (soaked in warm water or rum): Adds sweetness and chew.

  • Caster sugar – ⅓ cup: Sweetens the filling.

  • Ground cinnamon – 1 teaspoon: Brings warmth and depth.

  • Lemon zest – from 1 lemon: Brightens the filling and balances the apples.

  • Filo pastry – 6–8 sheets (thawed if frozen): Forms the thin, crisp outer shell.

  • Unsalted butter – 100g (melted): Brushed between pastry layers and on top.

  • Breadcrumbs – ½ cup (fresh or dry): Toasted in butter to absorb moisture.

  • Icing sugar – for dusting: Optional, for a pretty finish.

  • Plain flour – for dusting (optional): Helps with rolling and handling.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Filling

  • Slice apples: Peel and thinly slice the apples.

  • Soak raisins: Soak in warm water (or rum) for 10 minutes, then drain.

  • Toast breadcrumbs: In a pan, melt 1 tablespoon butter and toast breadcrumbs until golden. Set aside.

  • Combine filling: In a bowl, mix apples, raisins, sugar, lemon zest, cinnamon, and toasted breadcrumbs.

Step 2: Set Up the Pastry

  • Lay out a clean tea towel: It will help with rolling.

  • Layer the filo sheets: Lay the first filo sheet on the towel and brush with melted butter. Repeat, layering 6–8 sheets and brushing each with butter.

Step 3: Add the Filling and Roll

  • Spoon the filling: Place it evenly along one long edge of the pastry, leaving a 2-inch border.

  • Tuck and roll: Fold the short edges in, then gently roll the strudel away from you using the towel to help. Transfer seam-side down onto a lined baking tray.

Step 4: Bake the Strudel

  • Brush with remaining butter: This helps create that golden, crisp finish.

  • Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 30–35 minutes: Until crisp and deeply golden.

Step 5: Cool and Serve

  • Cool for 10 minutes: Helps the filling set slightly.

  • Dust with icing sugar and slice: Serve with whipped cream, custard, or ice cream.

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Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/apple-strudel/