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How to Make Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices

How to Make Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices at Home

Learn how to make Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices, featuring a flaky crust and spiced apple filling, perfect for sharing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour Sift for a lighter texture.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Chilled and cut into small pieces.
  • 1/2 cup cold water Adjust as needed to bind the dough.
  • 1 large egg Beaten for brushing on top.
For the Apple Filling
  • 10 cups peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples Granny Smith or other tart apples.
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar Adds sweetness to the filling.
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar Infuses a caramel-like flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Adds warm spice; can substitute with apple pie spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Complements the cinnamon.
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Thickens the apple filling.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Fresh juice is recommended.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon of salt. Cut in 1 cup of chilled unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add 1/2 cup of cold water, mixing until a dough forms. Divide the dough in half, shape into disks, wrap tightly, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 15x10-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  4. On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to fit your baking pan. Carefully press the rolled dough into the corners and up the sides of the pan.
  5. In a large bowl, combine 10 cups of thinly sliced apples, 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar, 1/2 cup of light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg. Add 3 tablespoons of flour and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Spread the apple filling evenly over the dough. Roll out the second disk to cover the filling, sealing the edges tightly. Cut slits in the top crust and brush with beaten egg.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling bubbles. Cover edges with foil if browning too quickly.
  8. Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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