Danish Pastry Apple Bars

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 4
Delicious and flaky Danish pastry filled with cinnamon-spiced apples.
in Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup shortening
1 egg yolk , with enough milk to make 2/3 cup
4 handfuls corn flakes
8 -10 medium apples
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg white
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 -3 tablespoons milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
400
Sugar
25g
Fat
22g
Danish pastry apple bars are a delicious and flaky pastry that are perfect for breakfast or as a dessert. The tender crust is filled with cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a sweet glaze. These bars are a great way to use up any apples that might be going soft in your fruit bowl. They also make an excellent treat to bring to a potluck or holiday gathering. While they do take some time to prepare, the end result is well worth the effort. Whether you've made pastry before or you're a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and will result in a delicious and impressive dessert.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
3.Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.Stir in egg yolk mixture until dough forms.
5.Roll out half of the dough to fit into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.Crush corn flakes and sprinkle over crust.
7.Peel and slice apples and layer them over corn flakes.
8.In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon together and sprinkle over apples.
9.Roll out remaining dough to fit on top of apples.
10.Beat egg white and brush over top of dough.
11.Bake for about 50 minutes or until golden brown.
12.In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, vanilla and milk together to make a glaze.
13.Drizzle glaze over warm apple bars.
14.Serve warm and enjoy!

PROS

Delicious and easy to prepare.
Perfect for breakfast or as a dessert.
Can be made ahead of time and reheated.
The recipe is versatile and can be adapted to use other kinds of fruit.

CONS

Not suitable for those with a gluten intolerance.
Contains a significant amount of sugar and fat.
Can be time-consuming to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. They also contain antioxidants that may help prevent chronic diseases. However, this recipe contains a large amount of sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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