Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices
This classic Chicago-style dessert features a flaky crust filled with sweet and tangy apples.
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Ingredients:
For the Dough:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 4 cups |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Unsalted Butter | 1 cup, chilled and cut into small pieces |
| Cold Water | 1/2 cup |
| Beaten Egg | 1 large |
For the Filling:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Peeled, Cored, and Thinly Sliced Apples | 10 cups |
| Granulated Sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Packed Light Brown Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Ground Cinnamon | 2 teaspoons |
| Ground Nutmeg | 1/4 teaspoon |
| All-Purpose Flour | 3 tablespoons |
| Lemon Juice | 2 tablespoons |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough: Combine flour and salt. Cut in butter. Gradually add water. Knead into a ball. Divide into two portions, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: Toss apples with sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice.
- Roll Out the Dough: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 10×15-inch pan. Roll out one dough disk, transfer to pan.
- Add the Filling: Spread apple filling over the dough.
- Roll Out the Top Crust: Roll out the second dough disk, place over the filling. Seal edges. Brush with egg wash. Cut slits.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and apples are tender.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool in the pan. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Enjoy your delicious Chicago-style apple slices!
