Best 3 Apricot Walnut Strudel Bites Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the tantalizing Apricot Walnut Strudel Bites, a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of apricots, the crunch of walnuts, and the flaky layers of strudel dough. These bite-sized pastries are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings or as a delightful addition to your dessert table. With three variations to choose from, ranging from a classic apricot filling to a decadent chocolate filling and a refreshing lemon filling, these strudel bites offer a taste of heaven in every bite.

**Apricot Walnut Strudel Bites:** A timeless classic, these strudel bites feature a luscious apricot filling enveloped in layers of crispy strudel dough. The natural sweetness of the apricots pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of the walnuts, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

**Chocolate Apricot Walnut Strudel Bites:** For chocolate lovers, this variation takes the classic strudel bite to a whole new level. The addition of rich chocolate to the apricot filling creates a decadent and indulgent treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

**Lemon Apricot Walnut Strudel Bites:** Experience a burst of citrusy freshness with these lemon apricot walnut strudel bites. The tangy lemon filling perfectly complements the sweetness of the apricots, resulting in a delightful and refreshing treat that is perfect for any occasion.

Whether you prefer the classic apricot filling, the decadent chocolate filling, or the refreshing lemon filling, these Apricot Walnut Strudel Bites are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to pastry paradise.

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APRICOT WALNUT STRUDEL BITES



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Apricot Walnut Strudel Bites With Butter, Cream Cheese, Pillsbury Best All Purpose Flour, Ground Cinnamon, Sugar, Smucker's® Simply Fruit® Apricot Spreadable Fruit, Raisins, Chopped Walnuts, Powdered Sugar

Provided by Smucker's

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter softened
8 ounces cream cheese softened
2 1/2 cups Pillsbury BEST All Purpose Flour divided
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup sugar
20 ounces Smucker's® Simply Fruit® Apricot Spreadable Fruit
1 1/4 cups raisins
1 1/4 cups chopped walnuts
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • BEAT butter and cream cheese together in medium bowl with mixer. Add 2 cups flour, one cup at a time, until mixture forms a ball. Flatten dough into disk. Wrap with plastic wrap. Chill 1 hour.
  • SPREAD each circle with two tablespoons fruit spread, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture, two tablespoons raisins and two tablespoons walnuts. Roll filled circle into log shape, seam side down and tuck ends under. Place strudels inches apart on baking sheet.
  • HEAT oven to 350°F. Combine cinnamon and sugar in small bowl. Dust work surface with remaining 1/2 cup flour. Divide dough into 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 9-inch circle.
  • BAKE 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool. Cut each log into 8 pieces, about 1 inch wide. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Place in small paper baking cups to serve, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Cholesterol 25 milligrams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 1 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 70 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

HONEY-DRIZZLED WALNUT AND GARGONZOLA BITES



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Provided by Bob Blumer - Host of Surreal Gourmet and Glutton for Punishment

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 whole walnuts to yield 24 halves
4 ounces Gorgonzola
3 tablespoons honey
1 cup demerara sugar, for presentation

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Use a sharp knife to pry open walnut shells. Clean out nut and casings. Reserve shells.
  • Place walnut halves on a baking sheet and roast for approximately 5 minutes, or until browned and toasted. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Sandwich 1 teaspoon of cheese between 2 walnut halves. Place mini walnut sandwich upright in a walnut shell. To serve, spread sugar on a plate. Set walnut shells on sugar. Drizzle honey over the top each mini walnut sandwich. Serve immediately.
  • Recommended beverage: Ice wine

APRICOT STRUDEL



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This is from the Diabetes Australia The Diabetes Cookbook and is in response to a request for diabetic recipes with nuts. Times are estimated.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

825 g apricots (slices canned in natural juice, drained)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup sultana (120 grams)
1/4 cup hazelnuts (35 grams, roasted and finely chopped)
6 sheets phyllo pastry
1 tablespoon nonfat milk
1 tablespoon icing sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degree celcius (180 degree for fan-forced).
  • Grease oven tray.
  • Combine apricots, sugar, cinnamon, sultanas and nuts in medium bowl.
  • Stack pastry sheets, brushing each lightly with milk as you layer them.
  • Spread apricot mix over pastry, leaving a 5cm space at edge of both short sides and 2cm at edge of one long side.
  • Fold short sides over; starting from filled long side edge, roll strudel to enclose filling.
  • Place seam side down on prepared tray.
  • Bush strudel with remaining milk.
  • Bake uncovered for about 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Dust strudel with icing sugar before serving, warm or cold, with icecream if desired.

Tips:

  • To make sure the strudel bites are cooked evenly, place them in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • If you don't have apricot preserves, you can use another type of fruit preserves, such as raspberry or strawberry.
  • For a crispier strudel bite, brush the tops with melted butter before baking.
  • Sprinkle the strudel bites with powdered sugar before serving for a sweet and elegant touch.
  • These strudel bites can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply warm them in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until heated through.

Conclusion:

Apricot walnut strudel bites are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a flaky crust, sweet and tangy apricot filling, and crunchy walnuts, these strudel bites are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these apricot walnut strudel bites a try!

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