Ricotta and Cherry Strudel
Strudel is a traditional pastry in many European countries, with each region having its own variation. It is believed to have originated in Austria and is commonly filled with fruits, nuts, or sweetened cheese.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ricotta and Cherry Strudel
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, sugar, almond flour, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
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Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush it with melted butter. Repeat with 5 more sheets, brushing each with butter.
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Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the phyllo dough, leaving a border around the edges.
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Arrange the cherries on top of the ricotta mixture.
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Roll up the phyllo dough tightly, starting from the shorter side, to form a strudel.
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Place the strudel on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Brush the top of the strudel with melted butter.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
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Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
