🇭🇺 Hungarian Walnut Strudel (Diós Rétes)


👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:

  • In a bowl, combine ground walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, lemon zest, and vanilla.
  • Stir in warm milk to create a spreadable mixture.
  • Mix in raisins if using.

2. Assemble the Strudel:

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F.
  2. Lay one sheet of phyllo on a clean kitchen towel. Brush lightly with melted butter.
  3. Layer 5–6 sheets this way, buttering each layer.
  4. Spread half the walnut mixture evenly along one edge, leaving a border.
  5. Roll up gently (like a jelly roll) using the towel to help, and place seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  6. Repeat for the second strudel.

3. Bake:

  • Brush tops with butter and pierce a few holes with a toothpick (to let steam escape).
  • Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown.

4. Cool & Serve:

  • Let cool slightly.
  • Dust generously with powdered sugar.
  • Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

💡 Tips:

  • Diós Rétes pairs beautifully with a cup of strong coffee or tea.
  • You can freeze unbaked strudels and bake them fresh when needed.
  • For a festive twist, add a touch of rum or orange zest to the filling.

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