Chocolate-Apricot Strudel

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Chocolate-Apricot Strudel
45 min.
8
232kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Chocolate-Apricot Strudel, a dessert that perfectly marries the rich flavors of chocolate and the sweet, tangy essence of apricots. This dairy-free treat is not only a feast for the palate but also a visual delight, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering or special occasion. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this elegant dessert that serves eight, ensuring everyone gets a taste of its luscious goodness.

The strudel features layers of delicate phyllo dough, which, when baked, transforms into a golden, flaky exterior that encases a sumptuous filling of dried apricots and semisweet chocolate chips. The addition of crystallized ginger adds a unique twist, providing a hint of warmth and spice that complements the sweetness of the apricots beautifully. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it a memorable dessert experience.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to something special, this Chocolate-Apricot Strudel is sure to impress. Serve it warm, drizzled with melted chocolate, and garnished with fresh diced apricot for an extra touch of elegance. Get ready to savor a dessert that is as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup amaretto (almond-flavored liqueur)
  • tablespoon crystallized ginger chopped
  • ounces apricots dried thinly sliced
  • sheets phyllo dough frozen thawed
  • 0.5 cup semi chocolate chips divided
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • ziploc bags
  • microwave
  • serrated knife

Directions

  1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl. Microwave at HIGH 1 1/2 minutes or until sugar dissolves, stirring after 45 seconds. Stir in dried apricots and ginger; cover. Microwave at HIGH 3 minutes; let stand 5 minutes.
  2. Place apricot mixture in a food processor or blender; process until coarsely chopped. Spoon apricot mixture into bowl; cover and cool completely. Stir in 1/4 cup chips.
  3. Preheat oven to 35
  4. Place 1 phyllo sheet on work surface (cover remaining dough to keep from drying); lightly coat with cooking spray. Workiing with 1 phyllo sheet at a time, coat remaining 7 phyllo sheets with cooking spray, placing one on top of the other.
  5. Place a sheet of plastic wrap over phyllo, pressing gently to seal sheets together; discard plastic wrap.
  6. Spoon filling along 1 long edge of phyllo, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold over the short edges of phyllo to cover 2 inches of apricot mixture on each end.
  7. Starting at long edge with 2-inch border, roll up jelly-roll fashion. Do not roll tightly, or the strudel may split. (Strudel may be frozen for up to five days at this point.)
  8. Place strudel, seam side down, on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Score 7 diagonal slits into top of strudel using a sharp knife. Lightly spray strudel with cooking spray.
  9. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until golden.
  10. Place 1/4 cup chips in a small heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag, and seal. Submerge bag in very hot water until chips melt. Snip a tiny hole in 1 corner of bag; drizzle chocolate evenly over each of 8 dessert plates.
  11. Cut strudel diagonally into 16 slices using a serrated knife dipped in hot water; arrange 2 slices over chocolate drizzle.
  12. Garnish each serving with diced apricot, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories232kcal
Protein5.04%
Fat22.96%
Carbs72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.69
Glycemic Load
11.95
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
5.9852172797141%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:231.55kcal
11.58%
Fat:5.61g
8.63%
Saturated Fat:2.77g
17.32%
Carbohydrates:39.58g
13.19%
Net Carbohydrates:36.76g
13.37%
Sugar:25.87g
28.74%
Cholesterol:0.68mg
0.22%
Sodium:96.25mg
4.18%
Alcohol:2.56g
100%
Alcohol %:4.46%
100%
Caffeine:12.23mg
4.08%
Protein:2.77g
5.54%
Vitamin A:771.91IU
15.44%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.57%
Copper:0.24mg
11.87%
Fiber:2.81g
11.25%
Iron:1.9mg
10.53%
Potassium:327.56mg
9.36%
Selenium:5.91µg
8.44%
Magnesium:29.79mg
7.45%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.33%
Vitamin B3:1.43mg
7.16%
Vitamin E:1mg
6.68%
Phosphorus:59.19mg
5.92%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.2%
Folate:18.85µg
4.71%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.19%
Calcium:21.03mg
2.1%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.01%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2%
Vitamin K:1.94µg
1.85%
Source:My Recipes