This Toaster Strudel Recipe is brimming with from-scratch jam and topped with a simple vanilla glaze. Making these at home is both quick and effortless!
author’s note
Better Than The Box: from-scratch Toaster Strudels!
Toaster strudels will always have a special place in my heart. My mom wasn’t a fan of sugary breakfasts, but on our birthdays, we were allowed to pick out a box of toaster strudels to enjoy with my siblings. a reliable? Strawberries and cream! They were a treat growing up.
Now, I’ve found something even better—from-scratch toaster strudels. Well, semi-from-scratch, since I use pre-made puff pastry sheets to make these come together in no time!
And the best part? When you make toaster strudels yourself, you’re not stuck with that tiny bag of icing. You get to add as much as you want! Score!
Toaster Strudel Recipe Ingredients
| Ingredient | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Puff Pastry Sheets | Thaw according to package directions. Store-bought works great, but from-scratch is an option if you’re ambitious. |
| Seedless Strawberry & Raspberry Jams | Use both for layered flavor, or stick with just one if that’s what you have. |
| Cornstarch | Thickens the filling so it stays gooey without getting runny. |
| Egg | Helps bind everything and gives the strudel a golden finish on top. |
| Whole Milk | Mixed with the egg to create a glossy, bakery-style finish. Use whole milk for best results. |
How To Make Toaster Strudel Recipe
- Prep: Heat oven to 400°F, line a sheet pan, and thaw puff pastry.
- Make filling: Whisk together strawberry jam, raspberry jam, and cornstarch.
- Mix egg wash: Whisk egg and milk until smooth.
- Assemble: Cut puff pastry into rectangles, spoon filling onto half, brush edges with egg wash, top, and seal with a fork.
- Chill & bake: Refrigerate assembled strudels for 10 minutes then bake.
- Cool & ice: Cool slightly, gently press to deflate, and drizzle with icing while warm.
Variations
Best Toaster Strudel Recipe Fillings
Once you have the dough, it’s as simple as adding the filling and icing!
- Blueberry Lemon: Blueberry Sauce with a hint of lemon zest.
- Lemon Curd & Raspberry: Tangy lemon curd paired with sweet raspberry jam.
- Chocolate & Hazelnut: A mix of melted chocolate and hazelnut spread.
Tips For Success
- Let the pastries cool a bit before drizzling the icing to avoid it melting.
- The pastries will puff up a lot while baking. After a minute, press them down gently, and they’ll deflate as they cool.
- Pinch the edges tightly when assembling to stop the jam from leaking out.
- Always bake on parchment paper or a Silpat to avoid a mess and help with baking.
Storage
- This toaster strudel recipe is best enjoyed warm the same day.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for one day or refrigerate for two.
- Rewarm briefly in the oven to crisp the pastry again.
More Ways To Use Puff Pastry:
Desserts
Cronut Recipe
Soups And Stews
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