Hungarian Walnut Strudel (Diós Rétes)

Hungarian Walnut Strudel, known as Diós Rétes, is a traditional pastry made with delicate layers of flaky dough and a rich walnut filling. The combination of crunchy walnuts, sweet sugar, and buttery pastry makes this classic Hungarian dessert perfect with coffee or tea.

Ingredients

  • 8 sheets filo or strudel pastry
  • 2 cups finely ground walnuts
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • ½ cup raisins, optional
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • Powdered sugar, for serving

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