Topfenstrudel

How to Make Topfenstrudel

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1. Knead the flour, water, oil and salt for 10 minutes until smooth. Rest under a warm bowl for 20 minutes.

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2. Mix the curd cheese, eggs, sugar, zest, semolina and raisins.

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3. Heat the oven to 190°C / 375°F. Stretch the dough very thin on a floured cloth. Brush with some of the butter.

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4. Spread the filling in a band along one edge and roll up using the cloth. Set seam side down on a lined tray and brush with butter.

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5. Bake for 40 minutes until deep gold. Cool for 10 minutes and dust with the icing sugar.

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Small Things That Help

• Stretch the dough until it is nearly transparent.
• Use the cloth to lift and roll the strudel.
• Cut with a serrated knife.

What to Serve with Topfenstrudel

• Vanilla sauce
• Coffee
• Whipped cream

Leftovers and Storage

Keeps for 2 days in the fridge. Reheat in the oven.

Topfenstrudel: Questions and Answers

What's in a Serving

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