Sour Cherry Strudel with Pistachios
Crispy phyllo wrapped around tart sour cherries, baked until golden and topped with crushed pistachios. A 25-minute Hungarian dessert that tastes like it took hours.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 4g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix sour cherries with cornstarch, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
Step 2
Lay one phyllo sheet on a work surface. Brush lightly with melted butter. Repeat with 3 more sheets, stacking.
Step 3
Spread cherry mixture along the long edge closest to you, leaving 2 inches on the sides.
Step 4
Roll tightly away from you, tucking sides in as you go. Place seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
Step 5
Brush top with remaining melted butter. Bake until golden and crispy, 15–18 minutes.
Step 6
Cool 5 minutes, then slice and top generously with crushed pistachios. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- 9x13-inch baking sheet
- large mixing bowl
- pastry brush
- sharp knife
- work surface or cutting board
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