Vegan Gluten-Free Apple Strudel
A warm, flaky apple strudel made with gluten-free flour and filled with cinnamon-spiced apples, served alongside creamy homemade maple ice cream. The tender pastry wraps around thinly sliced apples seasoned with cinnamon and vanilla sugar, creating a comforting dessert perfect for fall gatherings or special occasions. The accompanying maple ice cream, made with oat milk and whipped topping, provides a cool, sweet contrast to the warm strudel. This allergen-friendly version maintains all the traditional flavors while accommodating gluten sensitivities.
Ingredients
- 3 cups gluten-free flourregular all-purpose flour1:1note:for those without gluten sensitivityadds gluten
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- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 dash salt
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup oil
- 7 apples, peeled and sliced thinly
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar
- oil, for smearing
- 10 ounces whipped topping
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 cup gluten-free oat milk
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
- 2
Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl
- 3
Slowly add boiling water and oil and knead to form a dough
- 4
Divide dough into two parts
- 5
Combine apples with sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla in a separate bowl
- 6
Roll out half of the dough into a thin rectangle
- 7
Smear with oil and spread half of the apple mixture on top
- 8
Roll up jelly-roll style and tuck in ends, place on baking sheet
- 9
Repeat with remaining dough and apple mixture
- 10
Bake for 50-60 minutes
- 11
Beat whipped topping until stiff in electric mixer bowl
- 12
Mix in maple syrup
- 13
Slowly add oat milk and mix well
- 14
Freeze overnight
- 15
Defrost slightly, blend with immersion blender, and refreeze
- 16
Serve strudel warm alongside ice cream
Tips
Roll the dough as thin as possible for the most authentic strudel texture and to ensure even cooking throughout.
Make sure apples are sliced uniformly thin so they cook evenly and the strudel rolls properly without tearing.
Let the ice cream soften slightly before blending to achieve the smoothest, creamiest texture when refrozen.
Good to Know
Strudel keeps covered at room temperature 2 days, refrigerate up to 5 days. Ice cream stores in freezer up to 1 month in airtight container.
Ice cream must be made overnight. Strudel can be assembled morning of serving and baked before dinner.
Serve strudel warm with ice cream slightly softened. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Common Mistakes
Don't overmix the dough to avoid tough pastry
Avoid thick apple slices that won't cook through properly
Don't skip the oil smearing step or the strudel will be dry
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Gluten-Free Swaps
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General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make this without the ice cream?
Yes, the strudel is delicious on its own or served with store-bought vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
What if I don't have vanilla sugar?
Substitute with 1 tablespoon regular sugar plus 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract mixed into the apple filling.
How long will the ice cream keep?
Homemade ice cream stays fresh in the freezer for up to one month when stored in an airtight container.