BLUEBERRY BIRD'S NEST STRUDEL

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This recipe came from our PBS-TV station Cook-a-thon. It s such a wonderful dessert! Just like Strudel but easier! Great way to use fresh/frozen blueberries. Dust lightly with powdered sugar and add a little Whipped Cream...Yum! Serve with French Vanilla Ice Cream for a real treat!

Provided by BB502

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 13x9 pan, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb frozen phyllo dough (defrosted in refrigerator)
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
6 cups blueberries, rinsed and drained dry
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
confectioners' sugar, for dusting
whipping cream or whipped topping

Steps:

  • Combine Sugar, Water and Cornstarch in a saucepan,cooking over low heat.
  • Stirring constantly until this begins to thicken.
  • Whie stirring well, add half of the blueberries.
  • When this mixture become very thick, add the lemon juice, the 2 Tablespoons of butter and the nutmeg.
  • Continue cooking over low heat until the butter melts.
  • Remove from heat and add the other half of the blueberries.
  • Set this aside.
  • Butter a 13x9 glass baking dish and preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Remove the Phyllo from the plastic wrapper, leaving it in a tight roll.
  • Cut the dough in 1/4 inch slices.
  • Separate and loosen the rolls into loose shreds.
  • Place one half of the shredded phyllo in a large bowl.
  • Gradually and lightly drizzle half of the melted butter over the shreds.
  • With your hands, toss to coat.
  • Place coated Phyllo dough in bottom of the baking pan.
  • Spread all of the cooled Blueberry mixture over the layer of Phyllo.
  • In a bowl,butter the remaining half of the Phyllo dough, tossing with your hands to coat the dough.
  • Place this over the Blueberries layer, covering completely.
  • Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and continue baking until the Phyllo is crispy, 25-30 more minutes.
  • Remove the Strudel from the oven and cool.
  • To Serve, dust lightly with confectioners sugar or top with Whipped Cream or Whipped Topping.
  • Better yet, use both!
  • Is delicious with French Vanilla Ice Cream.
  • You may serve this at room temperature, or warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 186.2, Carbohydrate 49, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 24, Protein 3.4

Sarhad Ali 4455
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Delicious!


Kemiah Taylor
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Overall, I thought this strudel was pretty good. I would definitely make it again.


James Wallis
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This strudel was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some more butter next time.


Farhadcox 24
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Not bad, but I've had better.


Zewdu Berhan
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I love the crispy filo dough and the sweet blueberry filling. This strudel is a must-try!


DJ Efosa DJ Efosa
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This strudel is the perfect way to use up leftover blueberries. It's also a great dessert to make for a crowd.


Oluwaseun Afuwape
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Meh.


Fahim Foysal
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times.


Alifh Haseen
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This strudel is a bit too sweet for my taste.


Nathan Towns
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I'm not a big fan of strudels, but this one was actually pretty good. The blueberry filling was especially tasty.


Anita Debrah
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Yum!


Kafeel Shakeel
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This strudel is the perfect summer dessert. The fresh blueberries really shine through.


Fajol Mia
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Just okay. I've had better.


Tatisha Kalungi
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This strudel was so easy to make and it turned out so impressive. I'll definitely be making it again for special occasions.


furqaan logistics
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Not a fan of the blueberry filling. I think I'll try a different fruit next time.


Ak Siyal
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I've made this strudel several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The perfect combination of sweet and tart.


Jahidvai HOSSAIN
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Amazing!


Baker Siddiq
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The blueberry filling was delicious, but I found the filo dough to be a bit too crispy for my taste. Next time, I'll try using a different type of dough.


Sathi163 Khan
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. My family loved it. Super easy to make too!


Joshua Aaron
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This strudel was a hit at my last dinner party! The blueberry filling was perfectly tart and sweet, and the crispy filo dough was a delightful contrast. I'll definitely be making this again.


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