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Close-up handheld photo of three Homemade Toaster Strudels showing crispy, buttery edges and vanilla icing.

Homemade Toaster Strudel with Flaky Puff Pastry and Strawberry Filling

Discover how to make the ultimate Homemade Toaster Strudel. Featuring shatteringly crisp puff pastry layers, a rich strawberry preserve filling, and a thick, professional vanilla zig-zag icing for a nostalgic yet gourmet breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 6 strudels
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package (17.3 oz / 490g) Frozen Puff Pastry Thawed but cold
  • 1/2 cup (160g) Strawberry Fruit Preserves High quality
  • 1 unit (50g) Large Egg Beaten with 1 tsp water
  • 1 cup (120g) Powdered Sugar Sifted
  • 1-2 tbsp (15-30ml) Heavy Cream Or milk
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Rimmed
  • 1 Parchment Paper Light brown
  • 1 Pizza Cutter Or sharp knife
  • 1 Piping Bag Or sandwich bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with crumpled parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the cold puff pastry sheets and cut each into 6 equal rectangles (12 total).
Assembly
  1. Place 1 tablespoon (20g) of strawberry preserves in the center of 6 rectangles.
  2. Brush edges with egg wash, top with remaining pastry, and crimp firmly with a fork.
  3. Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden-brown and crispy.
Finishing
  1. Whisk powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla. Drizzle in a zig-zag pattern over cooled strudels.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold for the best layers.
Do not overfill or the preserves will leak excessively.