FLAKY APPLE PIE BARS
If you’re a fan of delicious, homemade desserts, you’re in for a treat! In this article, we’ll explore the delightful world of Flaky Apple Pie Bars. These mouthwatering bars combine the classic flavors of apple pie with the convenience of a bar, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. With a flaky crust, sweet apple filling, and a drizzle of icing, these bars are a crowd-pleaser that will leave you craving more. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and let’s get started on making these irresistible Flaky Apple Pie Bars.
Let’s begin with the list of ingredients you’ll need to create these delectable Flaky Apple Pie Bars:
| INGREDIENT | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 ½ cups |
| White sugar | 2 tbsp |
| Egg yolks | 2 |
| Milk | ½ cup |
| Salt | ½ tsp |
| Shortening | 1 cup |
| Egg whites | 2 |
| Apples (peeled, cored, sliced) | 9 |
| Ground cinnamon | ½ tsp |
| Confectioners’ sugar | 1 ½ cups |
| Pinch of salt | 1 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Milk | 3 tbsp |
Instructions:
Now, let’s dive into the step-by-step directions to make these mouthwatering Flaky Apple Pie Bars:
- Preheat Your Oven
- Start by preheating your oven to about 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch pan.
- Prepare the Crust
- In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp of white sugar, and the salt.
- Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the egg yolks and 1/2 cup of milk; stir it into the flour mixture.
- Roll Out the Dough
- Roll out half of the dough on a lightly floured surface to the size of the prepared pan.
- Cover the inside of the pan with the dough.
- Add Egg White Layer
- Spread a light coating of egg white on the dough in the pan.
- Fill with Apples
- Fill the pan with the peeled, cored, and sliced apples.
- Sprinkle the apples with ¾ cup of white sugar and ½ tsp of ground cinnamon.
- Top with Remaining Dough
- Roll out the remaining dough and place it on top of the apples.
- Brush the top with a light coating of egg white.
- Bake to Golden Perfection
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the crust is golden.
- Prepare the Icing
- While the bars are cooling, prepare the icing by beating the confectioner’s sugar, pinch of salt, vanilla extract, and 3 tbsp of milk in a small bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the Icing
- Once the bars have cooled, drizzle the icing over them.
- Cut into Squares
- Finally, cut your Flaky Apple Pie Bars into squares, and they’re ready to serve!
