The recipe for Apple Slices is a classic of home baking that has transcended borders, primarily in English-speaking countries like the United States and Canada, where it is very common to find it at family gatherings and celebrations. Its origin dates back to European apple pie traditions, adapted with accessible ingredients in North America. In Latin America, although it is not always called "Apple Slices," similar variants can be found under names such as "pastel de manzana," "tarta de manzana," or even "pay de manzana," each with slight differences in preparation or ingredients. This recipe stands out for its crispy base texture and its sweet and aromatic filling, ideal to enjoy at any time of the day.
How to Make Apple Slices
Ingredients: Flour, Margarine, Salt, Egg Yolk, Milk, Egg White, Tart Apples, Corn Flakes, Sugar, Cinnamon, Powdered Sugar, Water.
Steps:
Base: mix flour and salt.
Cut the margarine into pieces.
Beat the egg yolks and milk together.
Incorporate into the flour.
Roll out 1/2 of the dough large enough to fit a jelly roll pan.
Filling: sprinkle corn flakes over the base.
Distribute the apple slices evenly over the base.
Mix sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Sprinkle over the apples.
Roll out the remaining dough and cover the fruit.
Brush the top with beaten egg white.
Bake at 350°F for approximately 1 hour, until the base is golden.
Glaze: mix the glaze ingredients (powdered sugar and water) well.
Brush over the top base while it is still hot.