There’s nothing quite like biting into a warm, flaky pastry filled with sweet apple cinnamon goodness. If you’ve only ever had store-bought strudels, you’re in for a treat—this homemade toaster strudel is easy to make and tastes even better fresh from the oven. With buttery layers of puff pastry toaster strudel dough and a gooey apple filling, this is the perfect way to start your morning or satisfy an afternoon craving. Plus, making it from scratch lets you control the ingredients and customize the flavors to your liking!
Apple Cinnamon Toaster Strudel
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
For the Apple Cinnamon Filling
- 2 medium apples peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water for thickening
For the Pastry
- 1 package 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg for egg wash
- 1 tbsp milk
For the Icing
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Prepare the Filling
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon, cooking until the apples soften (about 5 minutes). Stir in the vanilla extract and cornstarch mixture, cooking for another minute until thickened. Let the filling cool slightly.
Prepare the Pastry
Roll out the puff pastry sheets slightly and cut each sheet into six rectangles. Place a spoonful of the apple cinnamon filling onto half of the rectangles, leaving space around the edges.
Seal the Strudels
Place the remaining pastry rectangles over the filled ones. Use a fork to press and seal the edges. Poke a few small holes in the top to allow steam to escape.
Brush and Bake
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Whisk the egg with milk and brush over the top of each strudel. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Make the Icing
While the pastries bake, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Finish and Serve
Let the pastries cool slightly before drizzling the icing on top. Serve warm and enjoy!
Pairings
Pair these apple cinnamon toaster strudels with a hot cup of coffee or a spiced chai latte for the ultimate cozy experience. If you're serving them as a dessert, a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side takes them to another level.
FAQs
1. What type of apples work best?
Granny Smith apples provide a nice tart contrast to the sweetness, but Honeycrisp or Fuji apples also work well.
2. Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! You can assemble the pastries and freeze them before baking. When ready to enjoy, bake them straight from the freezer—just add a couple of extra minutes to the bake time.
3. Can I use store-bought dough?
Absolutely! If you want a quick and easy DIY toaster strudel, pre-made puff pastry is a great shortcut.
