strudel
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Strudel is a pastry made from a thin sheet of dough that is rolled around a filling and then baked. The name "strudel" comes from the German word for "whirlpool," which describes the pastry's appearance when sliced. While strudels can be sweet or savory, the most well-known variety is the sweet apple strudel. This pastry has Austrian origins and became known in English in the late 19th century. Strudels are a popular dessert in Austro-Hungarian cuisine, alongside other cakes and tortes.12
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