Follow these steps for perfect results
phyllo dough
blueberries
butter
melted
cottage cheese
strained
sour cream
vanilla sugar
sugar
cookie crumbs
egg
lemon peel
zested
ground cinnamon
powdered sugar
for dusting
Press the cottage cheese through a sieve or strainer into a large bowl.
Add the sour cream, sugar, vanilla sugar, lemon zest, and cinnamon to the cottage cheese.
Mix all ingredients well until combined.
Melt the butter in a roasting pan.
Add cookie crumbs to the melted butter.
Sauté the cookie crumbs and butter mixture for 2-3 minutes.
Lay a large pastry cloth on a working surface.
Place the phyllo dough on the cloth and arrange it.
Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the phyllo dough.
Sprinkle the blueberries evenly over the cottage cheese mixture.
Sprinkle the cookie crumb and butter mixture over the blueberries.
Pick up the edges of the pastry cloth and roll the dough into a flat sausage (strudel) shape.
Cut baking paper to fit the size of your baking dish.
Arrange the strudel on the baking dish.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Bake the strudel for approximately 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove the strudel from the oven and let it cool.
Just before serving, sprinkle the strudel with powdered sugar.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Dust with powdered sugar and arrange sliced strudel on a plate.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Light and sweet, complements the strudel well.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Strudel is a traditional pastry in many Eastern European countries, often served during holidays and celebrations.
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