Apricot Baklava Strudel

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Apricot Baklava Strudel
120 min.
8
348kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Apricot Baklava Strudel, a vegetarian dessert that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This exquisite treat combines the rich, nutty essence of almonds and pistachios with the sweet, succulent taste of ripe apricots, all enveloped in layers of flaky filo dough. Perfect for any occasion, this strudel is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of textures and tastes.

Imagine the aroma of melted butter and warm spices wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this delectable dish. The process may take a little time, but the end result is well worth the effort. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweetness from honey and sugar, complemented by the subtle warmth of ground cardamom. With a calorie count of just 348 per serving, you can enjoy this dessert guilt-free, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a special treat after dinner.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our Apricot Baklava Strudel is a rewarding project that will impress your family and friends. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave everyone craving more!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup almonds raw
  • 12 ounces apricots ripe quartered
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 10 sheets filo dough (12 by 17 in.)
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cardamom 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 0.3 cup pistachios 
  • 0.5 cup sugar divided

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Bring honey and 1/4 cup sugar to a simmer in a saucepan, stirring to blend.
  3. Remove from heat and add apricots; set aside.
  4. Whirl nuts, cardamom, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a food processor until mostly ground. Set aside 2 tbsp.
  5. Lay a piece of parchment paper on a work surface. Working with 1 filo sheet at a time, set on paper, brush with some butter, and sprinkle with a scant 2 tbsp. nut mixture; repeat, stacking filo and pressing down to seal.
  6. Spoon apricots with a bit of honey mixture on filo stack along a long side.
  7. Roll up. Arrange roll on a diagonal on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment.
  8. Brush with more honey mixture; sprinkle with reserved 2 tbsp. nut mixture.
  9. Bake until browned and juices are bubbling out the ends, 15 to 20 minutes.
  10. Let cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories348kcal
Protein5.27%
Fat45.93%
Carbs48.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.63
Glycemic Load
21.2
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.0121739493764%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.52mg
Catechin
1.82mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
2.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.29mg
Quercetin
0.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:347.9kcal
17.4%
Fat:18.44g
28.38%
Saturated Fat:8.16g
51.03%
Carbohydrates:44.09g
14.7%
Net Carbohydrates:41.46g
15.07%
Sugar:28.7g
31.89%
Cholesterol:30.5mg
10.17%
Sodium:207.19mg
9.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.76g
9.52%
Vitamin A:1194.89IU
23.9%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.51%
Vitamin E:2.37mg
15.8%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.27%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11%
Fiber:2.64g
10.55%
Copper:0.19mg
9.58%
Selenium:6.51µg
9.3%
Phosphorus:85.56mg
8.56%
Iron:1.44mg
7.98%
Magnesium:30.96mg
7.74%
Folate:30.67µg
7.67%
Vitamin B3:1.53mg
7.65%
Potassium:236.32mg
6.75%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.47%
Vitamin C:4.64mg
5.62%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.7%
Calcium:34.41mg
3.44%
Vitamin K:2.99µg
2.85%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.54%
Source:My Recipes