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Apple Filled Pastry Squares with Lemon Glaze Recipe

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This classic Apple Slices recipe features a tender, flaky double-crust filled with sweet apple dessert filling and finished with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfectly baked to a golden brown, it offers a delightful balance of buttery crust and fruity sweetness, making it a beloved treat for dessert or a festive occasion.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt (preferably Diamond kosher salt)
  • ¾ cup lard (preferably non-hydrogenated, unprocessed)
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Filling

  • 32 ounces apple dessert filling/topping

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted or softened butter
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk (more to thin if necessary)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Add the lard and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate measuring cup, mix the water, egg yolks, and lemon juice together, then pour over the flour mixture. Gently blend with a fork until combined; the dough will be very moist.
  2. Assemble the Base Layer: Divide the dough into two equal parts. Roll or pat one half of the dough directly into a 9″ by 13″ jelly roll pan, spreading the dough slightly up the edges to form a base crust. Use your hands or a mini rolling pin for this step.
  3. Add the Apple Filling: Evenly spread the 32 ounces of apple dessert filling over the dough in the pan, ensuring a consistent layer across the base.
  4. Top Layer of Dough: Roll the remaining dough on a well-floured surface or the back of a sheet pan to fit the size of the pan. Carefully flip this dough over the apple filling to cover it completely. Press or pinch the edges of the top and bottom crust together gently to secure. It’s fine if the seal is not perfect. Patch any holes as needed. Cut several slits in the top dough to allow steam to escape during baking.
  5. Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Place the assembled pan in the oven and bake for 40 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through for even browning. Bake until the crust is nicely golden brown.
  6. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar, melted or softened butter, vanilla extract, and whole milk. Mix until smooth, adding more milk if necessary to achieve a spreadable glaze consistency.
  8. Glaze the Apple Slices: Spread the glaze evenly over the cooled crust using an offset spatula. Allow the glaze to set and harden before slicing.
  9. Serve: Cut into 2- or 3-inch squares and enjoy your delicious apple slices.

Notes

  • Using lard in the dough helps achieve a flaky and tender crust.
  • Make sure to roll the dough evenly to prevent uneven baking.
  • Cutting slits in the top crust is important to allow steam to escape and avoid sogginess.
  • If you prefer, you can substitute apple filling with fresh cinnamon-spiced cooked apples.
  • Allow the glaze to set fully before slicing to avoid sticky edges.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.

Keywords: apple slices, apple dessert, double crust apple pie, baked apple dessert, apple glaze, homemade apple slices

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