CARAMELIZED PEAR STRUDEL

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This is an easy and stylish dessert that's sure to please everyone. Best served warm, the holiday treat is delicious with a scoop of light vanilla ice cream or reduced-fat whipped topping on the side. -Leah Beatty of Cobourg, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 large pears, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 sheets phyllo dough (14x9-inch size)
Cooking spray
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine sugar and cornstarch. Add pears and cranberries; toss gently to coat. In a large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add fruit mixture; cook and stir for 7-8 minutes or until cranberries pop. Stir in dried cranberries, ginger, orange zest and cinnamon. Cool., Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with foil and coat the foil with cooking spray; set aside. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; coat with cooking spray. Repeat layers five times. (Keep phyllo dough covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel until ready to use each sheet.), Spread cranberry mixture over dough to within 1 in. of edges. Fold in sides. Roll up, starting at a long side. Place seam side down on prepared baking sheet., Bake 20-23 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool. Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Jannat Akter
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This strudel is the best! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The pears are perfectly caramelized and the strudel dough is flaky and delicious.


Terrancier Roberts
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This recipe was a bit confusing to follow. I think it could be improved with some more detailed instructions.


Jabik Lamsal
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This strudel was amazing! The pears were so flavorful and the strudel dough was flaky and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Austin Michael
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This strudel was a bit too dry for my taste. I think it would be better if it was served with a sauce or whipped cream.


Nkosikhona Gumede
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This was my first time making a strudel and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the strudel was delicious.


Rm Ruhul
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I love this recipe! The strudel is always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Qamar Shabbir
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This recipe was easy to follow and the strudel turned out great! I made it for a party and everyone loved it.


N3k0_b1t2 Grunge
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This strudel was amazing! The pears were perfectly caramelized and the strudel dough was flaky and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


zarc Jorala
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This strudel was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think it would be better with less sugar.


Abraham Sisay
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The strudel was delicious, but I found the dough to be a bit too thick. I think it would be better if it was rolled out thinner.


Denver Habwe
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This recipe was easy to follow and the strudel turned out great! I would definitely recommend it to others.


Talia Warman
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This strudel was amazing! I made it for my family and they loved it. The pears were perfectly caramelized and the strudel dough was flaky and golden brown.


Blessing Miracle
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The strudel was delicious, but I found the recipe to be a bit confusing. I think it could be improved with some more detailed instructions.


rochelle deklerk
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This strudel was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The end result was a beautiful and delicious dessert that everyone loved.


Osama Habib
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I followed the recipe exactly and my strudel turned out perfectly. It was flaky and delicious, and the pears were perfectly caramelized. I will definitely be making this again.


Rajper siraj
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This caramelized pear strudel is to die for! The flavors are incredible and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Thulani Booi
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the strudel turned out beautifully. It was a big hit with my family and friends.


kim_ marv
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Yum! This strudel is amazing! The pears are so soft and flavorful, and the strudel dough is flaky and buttery.


hassan ali
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This recipe was easy to follow and the strudel turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more sugar to the pears. Overall, a delicious and impressive dessert.


Henyo John
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This caramelized pear strudel was a hit at our dinner party! The pears were perfectly caramelized and the strudel dough was flaky and delicious. Everyone loved it!! Will definitely be making this again.