Austrian Nusstrudel

Austrian Nusstrudel


1. This dish has basically got 2 main things to be done.

2. Firstly, we have to prepare the dough mixture.

3. For this, in a bowl, put the yeast, 1 tsp sugar, 4 tbsp flour and enough milk to make a doughy mixture.

4. Cover with a cloth and leave in a warm place (25-35 deg C).

5. Sift the flour into a bowl keeping it warm.

6. Make a hole in the middle of the flour and pour in the yeast mixture.

7. Cover with flour.

8. Melt the butter and gradually add to the flour and yeast.

9. Warm the remaining milk and add to the mixture alongwith the salt and eggs.

10. Mix well and knead until smooth- some bubbles should form and be clearly visible.

11. Return to bowl and leave to rise.

12. Now comes the step of preparing the filling.

13. For this, heat the sugar, milk and lemon peel together until a syrup is formed.

14. Add the chopped nuts and allow to cool.

15. Roll out the dough into an oblong, spread with the filling and roll up lengthwise.

16. Glaze the top with the beaten egg.

17. Lift onto a greased baking tray and leave to rise again for a few minutes.

18. Bake in a moderately hot oven at 190 deg C until golden brown.

19. Sprinkle with sugar before serving.

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