Cherry Strudel
 
 
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Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry
  • 1 jar (15.5oz) BakeGood™ Cherry Pie Filling
  • ¼ c brown sugar, packed
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • 12 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp almond extract
  • ½ - 1 tbsp water
Instructions
  1. Thaw puff pastry according to package directions.
  2. Preheat oven to 400F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Gently unfold the sheet of puff pastry and then using a rolling pin, gently roll the puff pastry into a large rectangle (see photos above).
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the jar of cherry pie filling and the brown sugar. Spoon the mixture down the center of the rectangle, leaving about ½ inch of space at the edges.
  4. Using the parchment paper for assistance, gently fold one side of the puff pastry over the center of the filling. Brush the flap of the pastry with the beaten egg. Fold the remaining flap over the center and brush the entire strudel with the egg wash. Use a fork to crimp the edges of the pastry at the ends.
  5. Cut 5 slits across the top of the pastry to allow steam to escape and then sprinkle the top of the strudel with the sliced almonds.
  6. Bake for about 17-20 minutes, until pastry is golden, crispy, and cooked through. (note: The top of the strudel is two layers of pastry so make sure the dough is cooked through by paying close attention to the very center of the pastry, ensuring that it looks completely done. If the edges and almonds start to become too brown, cover the strudel loosely with a piece of foil and continue cooking until the dough is cooked through.)
  7. Allow the strudel to cool for at least 30 minutes. Make the almond glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, almond extract, and water in a small bowl. Add just enough water to create a thick but easily drizzled glaze. Spoon over the top of the strudel and cut into slices. Top with vanilla ice cream, if desired. Enjoy!
Recipe by at https://rachelshealthyplate.com/cherrystrudel/