Another Austrian delicacy loved around the world, the Apfelstrudel gained in popularity around Eastern Europe under the influence of the Habsburg empire. Sold in bakeries, cafes, and restaurants around Vienna, this is a delicate counterpoint to the slightly heavier (and generally sweeter) American apple pie. It’s typically made with light, crisp pastry dough that’s stretched and thinned, filled with apples, sugar, raisins, lemon, rum, cinnamon, and cloves. Often, the strudel is garnished with breadcrumbs mixed with nuts and dusted with powdered sugar..
It’s absolutely delicious accompanied with Viennese coffee or black tea. Strudels can also be found filled with other varieties of fruits, including berries and apricots..
Where to Try It: Pop into any local bakery to find it. Many, especially those bakery-cafes with eating-in options, will even warm them up for you. Otherwise, try sitting in at local favorites such as Cafe Aida, with its retro-pink signage and 1950s-style interiors. Locations are scattered around the city. Kaffe Alt Wien (9 Bäckerstrasse), is also reputed for its delicious strudels..
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