Cheese Strudel
Cheese Strudel is a sweet or savory pastry originating from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, featuring a thin, flaky dough wrapped around a rich filling. The filling typically consists of a soft, tangy cheese like quark or farmer's cheese, often mixed with eggs, sugar, and sometimes raisins or lemon zest.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the pastry and fat from the cheese and butter, with a moderate amount of protein from the dairy. A typical serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, providing calcium and energy-dense nutrients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 180 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
Per 1 piece (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved staple in Central European cuisine, showcasing the region's mastery of delicate pastry techniques. Nutritionally, the use of quark provides a good source of protein and calcium with a lower fat content compared to many other cheeses.
