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Creamy Cherry Strudel Recipe

Creamy Cherry Strudel Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Central European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet cherries and creamy cheese filling wrapped in crispy phyllo dough with this easy-to-follow recipe for Creamy Cherry Strudel.


Ingredients

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Phyllo Dough:

  • 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz, thawed)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)

Cheese Filling:

  • 2 cups fresh or canned pitted cherries (well-drained if using canned)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Additional:

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare Filling: Beat together cream cheese, ricotta, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and almond extract until smooth. Fold in cherries.
  3. Layer Phyllo: Layer phyllo sheets with melted butter, spoon creamy cherry mixture, roll into logs, and place on baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Finish: Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add breadcrumbs or ground almonds between phyllo layers.
  • Best served warm but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in the oven for crispiness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 160 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 29 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg