German · dessert
Apfelstrudel (Apple Strudel)
Apfelstrudel (Apple Strudel) reads sweetness 8.1, fruity 5.2 and richness 4.5 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a German dessert, about 30 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 1.4 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 9.6 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 4.7 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 0.8 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 4.9 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 2.5 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Sweetness 8.1 · Fruity 5.2 · Richness 4.5 · Citrus 4.3 · Floral 2.2 · Warm Spice 2.1 · Sourness 1.6 · Umami 1.3 · Herbaceous 1.3 · Salinity 1.2 · Nutty 1.1 · Bitterness 0.7 · Earthy 0.6
What's in it (9)
- 8 sheets strudel
- 3 tart apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs, toasted
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Time & effort: about 30 min · effort: medium
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 190.5 kcal, 2.4 g protein, 5.5 g fat, 34 g carbs
Dietary: Vegetarian · Contains dairy — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (4 steps)
- Peel, core, and slice apples thinly, then toss with sugar, cinnamon, lemon zest, and raisins.
- Brush the stretched dough with melted butter, scatter toasted breadcrumbs across the surface, and spread the apple filling over two-thirds of the dough.
- Roll tightly into a log, brush the outside with butter, and bake at 190°C until deep golden and crisp.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with vanilla sauce or whipped cream.
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