Best 5 Caramel Apple Strudel Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our delectable Caramel Apple Strudel! This delightful pastry boasts layers of tender dough enveloping a vibrant filling of sweet apples and a touch of cinnamon, all coated in a luscious caramel sauce. Experience the perfect balance of textures and flavors as you savor each bite of this irresistible treat. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of strudel variations, including a classic rendition, a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions, and a unique pumpkin-apple fusion that adds a seasonal twist. Each recipe provides detailed instructions, making it easy for bakers of all skill levels to recreate this culinary masterpiece at home. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tantalized and your loved ones asking for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARAMEL APPLE STRUDEL



Caramel Apple Strudel image

My father, who was born and raised in Vienna, Austria, would tell us stories about how his mother covered all the kitchen counters with dough whenever she made apple strudel. This recipe is a modern, delicious way to carry on part of my family's heritage. -Sarah Haengel, Bowie, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 medium apples, peeled and chopped (5 cups)
3/4 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 frozen puff pastry sheet, thawed
1/4 cup fat-free caramel ice cream topping
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon coarse sugar
Optional: Sweetened whipped cream and additional caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally. Cool completely., Unfold puff pastry onto a large sheet of parchment; roll into a 16x12-in. rectangle. Transfer parchment and pastry to a baking sheet, placing a short side of the rectangle facing you. Using a slotted spoon, arrange apples on bottom half of pastry to within 1 in. of edges. Drizzle apples with caramel topping. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with the bottom side. Pinch seams to seal, and tuck ends under. , In a small bowl, whisk egg with water; brush over pastry. Sprinkle with coarse sugar. Cut slits in top. Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. If desired, serve with whipped cream and additional caramel topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARAMEL APPLE STRUDEL



Caramel Apple Strudel image

With the Fall right around the corner, you know apple picking time can't be far behind. What better way to use all those nice apples than by making a yummy apple strudel. Recipe & Photo: Taste of Home Magazine

Provided by Carol Perricone

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 c apples, peeled and chopped (about 5 granny smith apples)
3/4 c apple cider or juice
1/4 c sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1 frozen puff pastry sheet, thawed
1/4 c caramel ice cream topping (fat free is ok)
1 large egg
1 Tbsp water
1 Tbsp coarse sugar crystals
sweetened whipped cream and additional caramel topping, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally. Cool the apple mixture completely.
  • 2. Unfold puff pastry on a large sheet of parchment paper; roll into a 16x12 inch rectangle. Place a short side of the rectangle facing you. Using a slotted spoon, arrange apples on bottom half of pastry to within 1 inch of edges. Drizzle apples with caramel topping. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with the bottom side. Pinch seams to seal and tuck ends under.
  • 3. In a small bowl, whisk egg with water; brush over pastry. Sprinkle with coarse sugar crystals. Cut slits in top. Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. If desired, serve with whipped cream and additional caramel topping. Enjoy!

SALTED CARAMEL-APPLE STRUDEL



Salted Caramel-Apple Strudel image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
1 stick salted butter
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 pounds Golden Delicious apples (about 4 large apples), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3 tablespoons finely crushed gingersnaps (about 4 cookies)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
1/2 cup cold heavy cream
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Make the caramel: Combine the granulated sugar, 1/3 cup water and the salt in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring just until the sugar dissolves. Cook, gently swirling the skillet occasionally but not stirring, until amber, 8 to 10 minutes. Brush any sugar crystals off the side of the skillet with a wet pastry brush. Remove from the heat and whisk in 3 tablespoons butter and the vinegar (the mixture will bubble).
  • Add the apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 12 minutes. Strain the apples and transfer to a bowl; set the caramel aside. Toss 1 tablespoon gingersnap crumbs and the cinnamon with the apples; let cool completely.
  • Melt the remaining 5 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Let cool, then skim off the foam and discard. Spoon the melted butter into a bowl, leaving any solids in the pan.
  • Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a sheet of phyllo on a clean kitchen towel or piece of parchment with a long side in front of you. (Keep the remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel.) Lightly brush the phyllo with some of the melted butter and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Layer another sheet of phyllo on top; brush with more butter and sprinkle with more sugar. Repeat with the remaining 4 sheets of phyllo. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons gingersnap crumbs on top.
  • Spoon the apple filling onto the phyllo in a strip along the bottom edge, leaving a 1-inch border. Use the towel or parchment to help roll the phyllo into a log, starting at the bottom edge. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with more butter and sprinkle with more granulated sugar. Make a few slits on top with a knife to vent. Bake until golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Beat the heavy cream in a bowl with a mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form, then gently fold in some of the reserved caramel (you may need to whisk the caramel first to loosen). Dust the strudel with confectioners' sugar and cut into pieces. Serve with the caramel whipped cream and more caramel; sprinkle with salt.

CARAMEL APPLE STREUSEL SQUARES



Caramel Apple Streusel Squares image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h35m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/4 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1 1/3 cups quick-cooking oats
2/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
3/4 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 cup cold butter, cut up
5 medium cooking apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1 (14 oz.) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk
1 (12 1/4 oz.) jar Smucker's® Caramel Flavored Topping, divided
1 cup chopped walnuts
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 350 degrees F. Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and nutmeg in large bowl. Cut in butter with pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 1 3/4 cups crumb mixture; press remaining crumb mixture onto bottom of an ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Bake 15 minutes.
  • ARRANGE apples over partially baked crust. Mix sweetened condensed milk and 1/2 cup caramel topping until blended. Pour evenly over apples. Add walnuts to reserved crumb mixture; sprinkle over apple layer.
  • BAKE 45 to 50 minutes or until apples are tender. Cool in pan on wire rack. Serve warm topped with vanilla ice cream and remaining caramel topping.

CARAMEL APPLE PIE WITH STREUSEL TOPPING



Caramel Apple Pie with Streusel Topping image

I developed this recipe through the years to get it exactly where we want it. I've entered several pie contests with it and placed first each time-one bite and you'll know why this pie's a winner! -Laurel Dalzell, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
FILLING:
9 medium Golden Delicious or Braeburn apples (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
TOPPING:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a disk and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour or overnight., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450°. In a Dutch oven, combine filling ingredients. Cook over medium heat 10-15 minutes or until apples are almost tender, stirring occasionally; remove from heat., On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice., Bake 8 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 375°., For topping, in a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. , Spoon filling into crust; sprinkle with topping. Bake pie 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 27g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use firm, tart apples: This will help them hold their shape during baking.
  • Peel and core the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the strudel: This will help it cook evenly and prevent the filling from becoming soggy.
  • Bake the strudel until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling: This will ensure that the strudel is cooked through.
  • Let the strudel cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing: This will help the filling set.
  • Serve the strudel warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream: This will make it even more delicious!

Conclusion:

Caramel apple strudel is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust, sweet and tangy filling, and irresistible caramel drizzle, this strudel is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this caramel apple strudel a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics