Banana Chocolate Strudel

Banana Chocolate Strudel
45 min.
6
194kcal

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Indulge your senses with the delightful Banana Chocolate Strudel, a dessert that beautifully marries the rich flavors of bittersweet chocolate and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, all enveloped in delicately crispy phyllo pastry. Perfect for any occasion, this strudel is not just a treat; it’s an experience that transforms ordinary ingredients into a show-stopping dessert.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this impressive dessert that serves six, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, dinner parties, or simply a sweet ending to your weeknight meal. The ease of working with phyllo dough might surprise you—layering the sheets with melted butter creates a luscious texture that perfectly complements the gooey chocolate and tender bananas.

As the strudel bakes, your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma, awakening your taste buds and enticing anyone nearby. Once golden and crisp, the strudel is finished with a light dusting of confectioners' sugar, adding a touch of elegance to this simple yet decadent dish. Serve it warm with a dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream, and watch as your guests savor each bite.

This Banana Chocolate Strudel isn’t just about flavor; it’s about creating memories around the dining table. So, roll up your sleeves and prepare to impress with this scrumptious dessert that’s bound to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

  • oz bittersweet chocolate unsweetened finely chopped (not )
  • large water with 1 teaspoon water beaten
  • servings accompaniment: lightly whipped cream sweetened
  • sheets athens phyllo shells with 2 overlapping pieces plastic wrap and then a damp kitchen towel (17- by )
  •  banana 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted melted

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Arrange 1 phyllo sheet on a work surface with a short side of phyllo nearest you, keeping remaining sheets covered, and brush with some butter. Top phyllo with 3 more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter. Arrange bananas one above the other, horizontally, on lower third of phyllo, leaving a 1-inch border on both sides (trim bananas if too long).
  3. Sprinkle chocolate over bananas, then fold sides of phyllo toward middle (over ends of bananas). Fold bottom edge of phyllo over bananas and roll up bananas in phyllo.
  4. Transfer strudel, seam side down, to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or to a buttered baking sheet, then brush strudel with beaten egg.
  5. Cut 4 (1/2-inch-long) steam vents diagonally along top of strudel with a sharp knife.
  6. Bake in middle of oven until golden, about 12 to 15 minutes. Cool slightly on a rack, then dust with confectioners sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Calories194kcal
Protein2.91%
Fat67.66%
Carbs29.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.13
Glycemic Load
4.35
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.6873913031557%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.4mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:193.97kcal
9.7%
Fat:15.07g
23.19%
Saturated Fat:9.17g
57.32%
Carbohydrates:14.75g
4.92%
Net Carbohydrates:12.97g
4.72%
Sugar:9.35g
10.39%
Cholesterol:36.17mg
12.06%
Sodium:9.36mg
0.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:8.13mg
2.71%
Protein:1.46g
2.92%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.58%
Vitamin A:422.33IU
8.45%
Copper:0.15mg
7.51%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.39%
Fiber:1.78g
7.11%
Magnesium:27.43mg
6.86%
Potassium:196.07mg
5.6%
Vitamin C:3.51mg
4.26%
Iron:0.7mg
3.89%
Phosphorus:34.9mg
3.49%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.11%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.1%
Folate:8.08µg
2.02%
Calcium:20.11mg
2.01%
Selenium:1.26µg
1.8%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.72%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.72%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.67%
Vitamin K:1.37µg
1.3%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.04%
Source:Epicurious