Apple Strudels
These Apple Strudels are our slimming friendly version of the popular Austrian dessert, perfect for calorie counting or plans like Weight Watchers.
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories287
- Carbs15g
- Protein6g
- Fat5g
- Saturates2g
- Sugars13g
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These Apple Strudels are our slimming friendly version of the popular Austrian dessert. Traditionally, Strudel is made using a Strudel dough; using lots of flour and oil, and in some cases, using filo pastry. However, these ingredients aren’t the best option when trying to slim down, so this recipe uses a Weight Watchers Wrap! It might sound a bit strange, but it really works.
There is mincemeat in these Apple Strudels, which makes them feel a little bit festive, but they are a great treat to enjoy at any time of year – especially in early Autumn with the warming spice of a Pumpkin Spiced Latte.
What diets is this Apple Strudel recipe suitable for?
This Apple Strudel recipe is suitable for vegetarian and dairy free diets.
It can be made gluten free as long as you swap out the following ingredients for gluten free versions;
- Weight Watchers Wrap
- Mincemeat
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Apple Strudels?
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You will need a Weight Watchers Wrap, some mincemeat and a cooking apple. There are a few different brands that offer low calorie tortilla wraps, but we’ve found that the Weight Watchers ones are the best for making things like these Apple Strudels. You can find them in any large supermarket.
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How many calories are in this Apple Strudels recipe?
There are 287 calories per portion in this Apple Strudels recipe, which means it falls into our Everyday Light category.
To cut down the amount of calories even more, you can simply halve the portion size and serve with a healthy accompaniment.
This Apple Strudels recipe is perfect if you’re following a calorie controlled diet and fits well with any one of the major diet plans such as Weight Watchers.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Place the apple in a microwavable bowl, and stir in the cinnamon, sweetener and water. Cover with cling film and cook on high for a couple of minutes or until it starts to soften, but still has a bit of a bite.
Step 2
Remove the apple, drain off any excess water and weigh out 60g of cooked apple (save the rest for another day!).
Step 3
Mix the mincemeat with the apple and set aside.
Step 4
Take the wrap and fold it into 3 equal sections. Press firmly so you can see the marks when you unfold it.
Step 5
Open out the wrap and fold it in half. When you do this you should be able to see the marks you made earlier.
Step 6
Using a sharp knife make a cut from the line to the edge of the wrap.
Step 7
Measure a fingers width and make another cut at the same angle. Continue cutting, you should get around 7-9 strips, leaving the top and bottom of the wrap uncut.
Step 8
Brush the whole wrap with beaten egg, paying extra attention to the edges so they stick.
Step 9
Spoon the apple and mincemeat along the middle of the wrap.
Step 10
Fold the bottom of the wrap in, then starting at the end closest to you fold the bottom left strip up towards the top right hand corner of the wrap.
Step 11
Fold the bottom right strip over towards the top left corner of the wrap.
Step 12
Once you are halfway up, fold in the top flap. Continue alternating the remaining strips until all the filling is enclosed.
Step 13
Place on a baking try that has been sprayed with low calorie cooking spray and brush the remaining egg wash on the surface of the strudel bake for 10 minutes at 200°C or until they are golden brown.
What could I serve with Apple Strudels?
How do you know when Apple Strudels are cooked?
Place the Strudels on a baking tray that has been sprayed with low calorie cooking spray, and bake for 10 minutes at 200°C or until they are golden brown.
Standard advice here in the UK is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and stayed at that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep your family safe.
How long can you keep Apple Strudels in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Apple Strudels in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze Apple Strudels?
Yes you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!
How do I reheat Apple Strudels?
From chilled: Place in a microwave proof container with loosely fitting lid and heat for 2-3 minutes until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost, and heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes.
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Apple Strudels
These Apple Strudels are our slimming friendly version of the popular Austrian dessert, perfect for calorie counting or plans like Weight Watchers.
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Prep Time
10 MINS
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Cook Time
10 MINS
- KCals 287
- Carbs 15G
Instructions
- Place the apple in a microwavable bowl, and stir in the cinnamon, sweetener and water. Cover with cling film and cook on high for a couple of minutes or until it starts to soften, but still has a bit of a bite.
- Remove the apple, drain off any excess water and measure out 60g (half a cup) of cooked apple (save the rest for another day!).
- Mix the mincemeat with the apple and set aside.
- Take the wrap and fold it into 3 equal sections. Press firmly so you can see the marks when you unfold it.
- Open out the wrap and fold it in half. When you do this you should be able to see the marks you made earlier.
- Using a sharp knife make a cut from the line to the edge of the wrap.
- Measure a fingers width and make another cut at the same angle. Continue cutting, you should get around 7-9 strips, leaving the top and bottom of the wrap uncut.
- Brush the whole wrap with beaten egg, paying extra attention to the edges so they stick.
- Spoon the apple and mincemeat along the middle of the wrap.
- Fold the bottom of the wrap in, then starting at the end closest to you fold the bottom left strip up towards the top right hand corner of the wrap.
- Fold the bottom right strip over towards the top left corner of the wrap.
- Once you are halfway up, fold in the top flap. Continue alternating the remaining strips until all the filling is enclosed.
- Place on a baking try that has been sprayed with low calorie cooking spray and brush the remaining egg wash on the surface of the strudel bake for 10 minutes at 200°C or until they are golden brown.
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Jane ColesTuesday 9th February 2021
Should the outside of the strudel be brushed with egg as well, after folding the lattice, before cooking?
HollyWednesday 10th February 2021
Hey Jane, yes brush the outside of the strudel with the remaining beaten egg. Hope that helps!
BarbaraSunday 19th July 2020
Hi
I can’t see how many portions this strudel cuts into or is the whole thig 1 portion (hope so)
Thanks
Barbara
Steve CowderoyMonday 20th July 2020
Hi Barbara, thanks for getting in touch with us. Yes this recipe is 1 portion, I hope this helps.
AlisonThursday 15th August 2019
I am also a bit confused on how much cinnamon and sugar to use. Can’t wait to try this recipe. ????
Holly LevellFriday 15th May 2020
Hi Alison, for the Apple Strudels you need 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon and 2 tsp granulated sweetener. Hope that helps!
DanielleFriday 24th May 2019
These were delicious but the wraps cracked when I did the folding lattice bit – any top tips?
Thankyou ????
CateSaturday 25th May 2019
Sometimes if the wrap is a little dry this can happen. Either heat the tortilla for a few seconds in the microwave to soften them before assembling, or brush some egg on and leave for a minute to soften them up 🙂
LyndseySaturday 17th March 2018
Can you make these up and then cook later in the day?
SabrinaTuesday 13th March 2018
I’ve just died and gone to heaven!!! Omg delicious x thank you xxx
ZoeSunday 5th November 2017
Can you freeze these ive just made 3 up!
KeelinSunday 22nd October 2017
Hi, can I freeze these please? Before cooking?
KarenSunday 8th October 2017
Tried these yesterday and they were amazing forgot to take a photo but I will do some more for my slimming group taster day and hopefully remember to take a pic. Yum yum ????????
Pam DaviesTuesday 3rd October 2017
I have just made 2 of these but changed the mincemeat for fresh blackberries in one and used sultanas in the other very tasty
WarrenSaturday 30th September 2017
Hi, they look great. You didn’t answer the sweetener question above. 🙂
Beverley JonesSaturday 30th September 2017
Hi I’m just about to make these apple strudels but I’m a bit unsure as to how much cinnamon to use as it does mention it in the recipe. Also, the recipe calls for a pinch of sweetener but when I’ve read how to cook them it says to use a couple of teaspoon of sweetener. Can you clarify please.
Thanks. ????
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