Cinnamon Apple Strudel Slices
Add Preferred SourceIf you’re after a dessert that’s quick to make but still feels special, these Cinnamon Apple Strudel Slices are perfect. With buttery, flaky phyllo dough wrapped around warm, spiced apples, each bite is a cozy mix of crisp and sweet. It’s an easy treat that’s just right for sharing or enjoying on your own, whether fresh from the oven or the next day with your morning coffee.
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I love this recipe because it’s fresh and full of fall flavor. With only 6 ingredients, it’s easy to make, and you’ll be taking them out of the oven within 30 minutes – what’s not to love? They’re perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter, and I’m known for serving them up to unexpected guests that pop round for a visit, they look great and it feels great to serve something fresh and homemade.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
How to Make Cinnamon Apple Strudel Slices with Step-By-Step Instructions
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These apple strudel slices are hard to resist, especially as they are so easy to make; just follow my straightforward instructions below.
Get Your Ingredients Ready
First, make sure your phyllo dough is fully thawed according to the instructions on the box. Since phyllo dough can dry out quickly, have all your ingredients prepped before you start working with it.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to get everything ready for baking.
Slice and Prep the Apples
Grab your apples and slice them horizontally into ¼ inch thick rounds. To make things easier, use a small cap or cookie cutter to push out the cores. This will give you nice, uniform apple rings ready to be wrapped in phyllo dough.
Mix Your Spices
In a small bowl, stir together the sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. This spice mix is going to add that warm, sweet flavor that makes apple strudel so irresistible.
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Work with the Phyllo Dough
Melt your butter in the microwave. On a clean work surface, lay out two sheets of phyllo dough and brush them generously with melted butter.
Then, layer another two sheets on top and brush them with butter as well. You should now have a stack of four buttery sheets.
Wrap the Apple Slices
Using a pizza cutter or a sharp knife, cut your phyllo stack lengthwise into ¼ to ½ inch wide strips. Carefully separate the strips—don’t worry if they stick a little.
Take an apple slice and start wrapping it with one of the phyllo strips, threading it through the center of the apple ring. Each slice will need two strips to be fully wrapped.
If the dough tears a bit, just press it back together and keep wrapping—it’ll all bake together nicely.
Bake to Perfection
Place your wrapped apple slices on the lined baking sheet and pop them in the oven. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until the phyllo is golden brown and crisp. Keep an eye on them so they don’t overbrown.
Finish and Enjoy
As soon as they’re out of the oven, sprinkle the remaining sugar-spice mixture over the top of each apple slice.
Let them cool slightly before digging in—though they’re best enjoyed warm when the phyllo is still crisp and the apple inside is tender.
Enjoy either on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. A drizzle of caramel sauce wouldn’t hurt either!
Recipe Notes and Expert Tips
You shouldn’t have a problem with this recipe, but I do know practice makes perfect, so here are some tips and tricks that I’ve learned while making them.
- Work Quickly: Phyllo dough dries out fast, so work quickly and keep unused sheets covered with a damp cloth while you assemble.
- Patch Up Rips: If the phyllo dough rips while wrapping, just press it back together. The layers will bake up nicely, and no one will notice!
- Extra Crispiness: For even crispier results, try baking the apple slices on a wire rack set over the baking sheet. This allows air to circulate underneath, making the bottoms just as crispy as the tops.
- Apple Alternatives: While Envy apples work great, you can experiment with other firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for a slightly different flavor.
- Keep It Even: Slice your apples as evenly as possible to ensure they cook at the same rate. This will help you avoid undercooked or overly soft slices.
- Spice Variation: Feel free to adjust the spice mix to your taste—adding a pinch of ground cloves or ginger can bring a whole new depth of flavor.
How to Store Leftover Cinnamon Apple Strudel Slices
If you have any leftovers (though they might disappear fast!), store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 5 days, but be aware that the phyllo dough might lose some of its crispiness.
Unfortunately, freezing isn’t recommended, as it can make the dough soggy.
What to Serve With Cinnamon Apple Strudel Slices
Apple Strudel Slices are delicious on their own, but they’re even better with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. A drizzle of caramel sauce wouldn’t hurt either! Pair them with a cup of hot coffee or tea for a perfect dessert or afternoon snack.
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- Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Ingredients
Instructions
- Your phyllo dough sheets must be thawed before beginning this recipe. Follow the thawing instructions on the box. Phyllo dough sheets dry out quickly once opened so prepare all other ingredients before opening the dough.12 sheets of phyllo dough
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice apples horizontally into ¼ inch slices. Using a cap, push out the core.3 large apples
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.3 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
- Melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl.2 tablespoons butter
- Remove the phyllo dough sheets from the wrapping and place two sheets on your working surface. Brush on melted butter and layer another two sheets on top. Brush the top sheets with melted butter. You will have 4 phyllo sheets in total.
- Using a pizza cutter or a knife, cut the sheet lengthwise into ¼ – ½ inch strips. Carefully separate the strips.
- Pick up an apple slice and carefully wrap the strip around and slice and through the center. Each apple slice will use two strips. It’s okay if the strips slightly rip, just press them down and keep wrapping!
- Once all apple slices are wrapped, place them in the oven for 15 – 18 minutes. The tops and the bottoms of each slice should be browned and flaky.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle the remaining sugar mixture on top and enjoy!
Notes
- Work Quickly: Phyllo dough dries out fast, so work quickly and keep unused sheets covered with a damp cloth while you assemble.
- Patch Up Rips: If the phyllo dough rips while wrapping, just press it back together. The layers will bake up nicely, and no one will notice!
- Extra Crispiness: For even crispier results, try baking the apple slices on a wire rack set over the baking sheet. This allows air to circulate underneath, making the bottoms just as crispy as the tops.
- Apple Alternatives: While Envy apples work great, you can experiment with other firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for a slightly different flavor.
- Keep It Even: Slice your apples as evenly as possible to ensure they cook at the same rate. This will help you avoid undercooked or overly soft slices.
- Spice Variation: Feel free to adjust the spice mix to your taste—adding a pinch of ground cloves or ginger can bring a whole new depth of flavor.
Nutrition
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DESSERTS!
Dessert First is a collection of 61 RECIPES to show you that you can make beautiful, impressive desserts right in your own kitchen, no matter your skill level.
Immediate eBook download. No physical book available.
Includes ad-free recipes like:
∙ Lemon Pound Cake
∙ Starbucks Cake Pops
∙ Boston Cream Pie
∙ Chocolate Mousse
∙ Matcha Tiramisu
...and much more!
About the Author
Hey there! I’m Mandy
Mandy Applegate is a home cook, food blogger, and writer who believes the best meals are the ones shared with the people you love.
She’s all about easy recipes that taste amazing, the kind that make ordinary days feel a little more special and remind you why cooking at home matters.
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Fantastic!!
Thanks Kim! Glad you liked it!