Poppy Seed Strudel

Name: Poppy Seed Strudel
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 350 g Filo pastry sheets; 300 g Ground poppy seeds; 150 g Granulated sugar; 250 ml Milk; 1 piece Zest of 1 lemon; 50 g Raisins; 100 g Butter, melted; null to taste Powdered sugar for dusting

Difficulty

medium

Time

1h 10m

Price Category

average

Calories

High

Poppy Seed Strudel, or Mákos Rétes, is a beloved classic in Hungarian cuisine, delighting sweet tooths for generations. This crispy pastry, filled with a rich poppy seed mixture, is a perfect choice for festive occasions or simply alongside an afternoon coffee. While its preparation requires attention, the delicious outcome is well worth the effort. Discover traditional flavors with this authentic recipe!

ingredients

8 Servings

350 g Filo pastry sheets300 g Ground poppy seeds150 g Granulated sugar250 ml Milk1 piece Zest of 1 lemon50 g Raisins100 g Butter, melted0 to taste Powdered sugar for dusting

Steps

Prepare the Filling

In a saucepan, bring milk to a boil with sugar and lemon zest. Add the ground poppy seeds and raisins, then stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.

Assemble the Strudel

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lay out a clean kitchen towel and place 3-4 filo pastry sheets on it, brushing each sheet thinly with melted butter. Spread one-third of the poppy seed filling evenly along the longer edge of the sheets, leaving a small border. Fold in the shorter edges of the pastry sheets, then use the kitchen towel to tightly roll up the strudel.

Bake

Carefully transfer the rolled strudel to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the top with more melted butter. Repeat the process with the remaining pastry sheets and filling to make a total of 3 strudels. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Let it cool before slicing and dusting with powdered sugar.

Extra Tips

► Always cover the filo pastry sheets with a damp kitchen towel to prevent them from drying out while assembling.

► Don't skimp on the butter; it gives the strudel its crispy texture and golden-brown color.

► You can also flavor the filling with a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla sugar for an extra taste dimension.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 120g
Calories	320 kcal	384 kcal
Protein	9g	11g
Fat	18g	22g
Carbohydrate	38g	46g
Fiber	6g	7g
Sugar	22g	26g