Description

Experience the joy of homemade Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices, a delightful fusion of traditional apple pie and convenient slab pie. This easy-to-make dessert features a buttery crust filled with sweet, spiced apples, all beautifully topped with a rich glaze. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family nights, these apple slices are sure to be a hit with everyone. Their crowd-pleasing size makes them ideal for parties and potlucks, while the stunning presentation will impress your guests. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzled with caramel sauce for an irresistible treat!

Ingredients

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4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1½ cups cold unsalted butter (cubed)
2 large eggs
½ cup ice water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
6 to 7 cups sliced apples (peeled and cored)
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons melted butter

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough: Whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Mix eggs, ice water, and lemon juice; combine with flour mixture to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
Make the Filling: Toss sliced apples with sugars, cornstarch, spices, lemon juice, and vanilla.
Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch pan.
Assemble: Roll out dough for the bottom crust in the pan, fill with apple mixture, then cover with top crust. Cut vents.
Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
Cool and Glaze: Allow to cool before glazing with whisked powdered sugar, milk, and melted butter.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 50mg