Recipe

How to Make Lemon Raspberry Strudel With Crescent Rolls

By Shalayne Pulia at University of Illinois

This dessert/breakfast treat is inspired by all things quasi-spring. You know, that time of year when frat boys drag out the salmon shorts but pair them with a Patagonia – the changing of the seasons stage that promises a heat wave but it just hasn’t quite happened yet.

Earthy sage and tart lemon mix and match for the perfect winter meets warm weather wake-up call. Save them in the fridge from last night’s dessert and pop it in the microwave for a morning strudel.

Lemon Raspberry Strudel with Banana and Sage Ricotta Cream

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Servings: 6-8
  • Easy
Ingredients
  • 1/2 package of raspberries
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 sprigs of fresh sage
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 tablespoon ricotta cheese
  • 2 bananas
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for frying)

Photo by Shalayne Pulia

Step 1

Fry sliced bananas, raspberries, chopped sage, lemon juice and honey in coconut oil until raspberries break down.

Photo by Shalayne Pulia

Step 2

Heat oven to 350°F and add ricotta to the pan. Once ricotta melts completely, spoon a heaping teaspoon full of the mixture into each crescent roll.

Photo by Shalayne Pulia

Step 3

Bake for about 15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Serve with extra fruit and a sprinkle of ground sage.

Photo by Shalayne Pulia

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