Strawberry Strudel

Strudel is the art of dough. The filling between the paper-thin layers must be juicy but shouldn't soak the pastry. Breadcrumbs help with this by acting as a 'diaper': they absorb the sugary juices released from the fruit during baking, transforming them into a delicious, creamy layer.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 290 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian / Austrian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet with parchment paper
  • Kitchen towel (for handling dough)
  • Pastry brush

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1

Wash, hull, and quarter the strawberries. Toss with sugar and cinnamon.

Tip: Sugar immediately starts drawing water out of the strawberries (osmosis), so do this right before filling!
2

Lay the first sheet of dough on a damp kitchen towel and brush with melted butter. Place the next sheet on top, brush again, and repeat (use 3 sheets per roll).

Tip: The butter layer separates the sheets, creating a flaky and crispy result rather than a dense dough.
3

Sprinkle breadcrumbs in a strip along the bottom third of the dough, then pile the strawberries on top.

Tip: The crumbs act as insulation, protecting the bottom pastry from getting soggy.
4

Fold in the two sides (to keep the filling in) and use the towel to help roll it up tightly.

Tip: Lifting with the towel makes rolling easier and prevents the thin dough from tearing.
5

Place on a baking sheet, brush the top generously with butter. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Tip: The butter on top helps with browning and adds flavor.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the bottom of the strudel soggy?
There weren't enough breadcrumbs under the fruit, or the strawberries were too watery. If using frozen strawberries, let them thaw and drain completely.
Why did the dough crack when rolling?
The phyllo dried out. Store-bought phyllo dries very quickly; keep it covered with a damp kitchen towel while working.

Ingredients

  • 1 package (6 sheets) Phyllo Dough (or Strudel Dough)
  • 1 lb Fresh Strawberries
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 5 tbsp Butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (plain)
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon