Babybel Strudel is a 4-ingredient dessert combining puff pastry, cherry pie filling, and melted Babybel cheese baked until golden. The creamy cheese center contrasts with tart cherry filling in a crispy pastry shell.
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Preheat oven to 375°
Cut the pastry sheet into 9 equal pieces
Place one piece of puff pastry on a flat surface
Add about 2 Tbsp of cherry pie filling to the center
Place one Babybel Cheese on top of the cherry pie filling
Cover with one piece of puff pastry
Seal the edges by pressing a fork on it
Make 3 diagonal shallow cuts on top of the strudel
Baste generously with almond milk
Repeat with the remaining Puff Pastry pieces
Place the strudel on a lightly oiled tray
Place the strudel in the oven and bake it for about 12 minutes (until browned)
Turn off the heat, but, do not remove the strudel from the oven
Let it sit in the oven for about 8 minutes
Remove it and serve
Store cooled strudels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 325° oven for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
Yes. Use soft cheeses like brie, mozzarella, or camembert that melt well. Babybel works best because it holds its shape during baking.
They should be golden brown after 12 minutes in a 375° oven. If still pale, bake 2-3 minutes longer.
The 8-minute rest allows the cheese to set and the filling to cool slightly, preventing it from leaking when you bite into them.
Yes. Assemble them on a tray, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate up to 4 hours before baking. Add 1-2 minutes to bake time if chilled.
Yes. Use any plant-based milk, dairy milk, or an egg wash. Almond milk creates a subtle golden finish.
