Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1.13 pound

phyllo dough

1.75 cup

blueberries

3.5 tbsp

butter

melted

2.38 cup

cottage cheese

strained

0.81 cup

sour cream

2.5 tsp

vanilla sugar

2 tbsp

sugar

4 tbsp

cookie crumbs

1 unit

egg

0.5 tsp

lemon peel

zested

0.5 tsp

ground cinnamon

1 tbsp

powdered sugar

for dusting

Step 1
~4 min

Press the cottage cheese through a sieve or strainer into a large bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Add the sour cream, sugar, vanilla sugar, lemon zest, and cinnamon to the cottage cheese.

Step 3
~4 min

Mix all ingredients well until combined.

Step 4
~4 min

Melt the butter in a roasting pan.

Step 5
~4 min

Add cookie crumbs to the melted butter.

Step 6
~4 min

Sauté the cookie crumbs and butter mixture for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Lay a large pastry cloth on a working surface.

Step 8
~4 min

Place the phyllo dough on the cloth and arrange it.

Step 9
~4 min

Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the phyllo dough.

Step 10
~4 min

Sprinkle the blueberries evenly over the cottage cheese mixture.

Step 11
~4 min

Sprinkle the cookie crumb and butter mixture over the blueberries.

Step 12
~4 min

Pick up the edges of the pastry cloth and roll the dough into a flat sausage (strudel) shape.

Step 13
~4 min

Cut baking paper to fit the size of your baking dish.

Step 14
~4 min

Arrange the strudel on the baking dish.

Step 15
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 16
~4 min

Bake the strudel for approximately 45 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 17
~4 min

Remove the strudel from the oven and let it cool.

Step 18
~4 min

Just before serving, sprinkle the strudel with powdered sugar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Brush the phyllo dough with melted butter for extra crispness.

Allow the strudel to cool slightly before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.

Add a handful of chopped nuts (such as walnuts or almonds) to the filling for added texture and flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Whipped Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Strudel is a traditional pastry in many Eastern European countries, often served during holidays and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Dessert
Holiday
Celebration
Snack
Brunch

Popularity Score

70/100

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