Decadent Frosted Apple Delight
Indulge in the sweet, spiced goodness of our Decadent Frosted Apple Delight. This delightful dessert is a perfect choice for gatherings, boasting a flaky, buttery crust enveloping a warm and sumptuous apple filling infused with cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with a light, creamy glaze, it's sure to impress family and friends, making it an essential addition to your dessert repertoire. Inspired by the culinary creativity of Sergio Marquez in Penzeys One, Volume 3, Issue 3, this recipe is both simple to execute and big on flavor, ensuring that it satisfies a crowd of 16 to 20 guests with ease.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
1/2 cup (divided into two portions for filling and dough.)
sugar
1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons (used for filling and dough.)
cornstarch
3 tablespoons (dissolved in 1 tablespoon of water.)
cinnamon
2 teaspoons (for flavoring the filling.)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (for flavoring the filling.)
salt
1 1/4 teaspoons (for the filling and dough.)
egg yolk
5 (slightly beaten, including 1 for the filling.)
cooking apples
3 medium (cored, peeled, and thinly sliced.)
all-purpose flour
3 3/4-4 cups (divided for the dough.)
fast rising yeast
1 (1/4 ounce) envelope (to help the dough rise.)
milk
1/2 cup + 3-4 tablespoons (to be heated and for the glaze.)
butter
1 cup (to be melted and added to the dough.)
powdered sugar
2 cups (sifted for the glaze.)
Instructions
1
Start by preparing the apple filling. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar, the cornstarch-water mixture, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in 1 slightly beaten egg yolk along with 3 medium cooking apples that have been cored, peeled, and thinly sliced. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, which should take about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
2
While the filling cools, prepare the dough. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups of the all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, the fast-rising yeast, and 1 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
3
In a saucepan, heat 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 cup butter until very warm (120 to 130 degrees Fahrenheit). Gradually pour this mixture into the flour mixture and beat at medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl occasionally.
4
Add 4 egg yolks to the mixture along with an additional 1/2 cup flour. Beat the mixture at high speed for another 2 minutes. Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
5
Divide the dough in half. Roll out half of the dough on a lightly floured surface until it's large enough to fit the bottom of an ungreased 15x10-inch baking pan. Place this rolled dough into the pan and spread the prepared apple filling evenly over it.
6
Roll out the remaining dough to cover the apple filling adequately. Carefully place it over the filling and seal the edges together to ensure a nice, enclosed filling.
7
Using scissors, snip the top layer of the dough in several places to allow steam to escape during baking. Cover the pan and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area until it doubles in size, which should take about 45 minutes.
8
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Once risen, bake the apple squares for around 20 minutes or until the top is evenly golden brown.
9
For the glaze, combine 2 cups of sifted powdered sugar with 3 to 4 tablespoons of milk in a small bowl, adjusting the milk until you achieve a good drizzling consistency. Mix until smooth.
10
Drizzle the warm pastry with the glaze and allow it to cool in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve to your delighted guests.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Frosted Apple Delight?
It is a sweet, spiced apple dessert featuring a buttery crust, a warm apple filling with cinnamon and nutmeg, and a light creamy glaze.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed to satisfy a crowd of 16 to 20 guests.
What size baking pan is required?
You should use an ungreased 15x10-inch baking pan.
How many apples are needed for the filling?
The recipe calls for 3 medium cooking apples.
How should the apples be prepared?
The apples should be cored, peeled, and thinly sliced.
What spices are used in the apple filling?
The filling is flavored with 2 teaspoons of cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg.
How long do you cook the apple filling?
The filling should be cooked over medium heat for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
What type of yeast is used in the dough?
The recipe uses one 1/4 ounce envelope of fast-rising yeast.
How many egg yolks are used in total?
A total of 5 egg yolks are used: 1 for the filling and 4 for the dough.
What temperature should the liquid mixture be for the dough?
The water, milk, and butter mixture should be heated to between 120 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much flour is required for the dough?
The recipe uses between 3 3/4 to 4 cups of all-purpose flour in total.
How long does the dough need to rise?
The dough needs to rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 45 minutes or until it doubles in size.
What is the oven temperature for baking?
The oven should be preheated and set to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long should the apple squares bake?
Bake the squares for approximately 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Why do you snip the top layer of the dough?
Snipping the top layer with scissors allows steam to escape while the dessert is baking.
What are the ingredients for the glaze?
The glaze is made from 2 cups of sifted powdered sugar and 3 to 4 tablespoons of milk.
When should the glaze be applied?
The glaze should be drizzled over the pastry while it is still warm.
Should the pan be greased?
No, the instructions specify using an ungreased baking pan.
Who inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by Sergio Marquez from Penzeys One, Volume 3, Issue 3.
What is the purpose of cornstarch in the recipe?
Cornstarch is used to thicken the apple filling during the initial cooking stage.
How much butter is included in the dough?
The dough mixture includes 1 cup of butter.
How do you assemble the layers?
Roll half the dough for the bottom, spread the filling, and cover with the remaining rolled dough, sealing the edges.
Is the egg yolk in the filling beaten?
Yes, the egg yolk should be slightly beaten before being added to the filling mixture.
How is the dough mixed initially?
The warm liquid is beaten into a mixture of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt at medium speed for 2 minutes.
What is the total amount of salt used?
The recipe uses 1 1/4 teaspoons of salt, divided between the filling and the dough.
How do you achieve the right glaze consistency?
Adjust the amount of milk (3 to 4 tablespoons) mixed into the powdered sugar until it is smooth and drizzlable.
What tags describe this recipe?
Tags include apple dessert, frosted, dessert squares, baking, crowd-pleaser, and fall dessert.
Can I cut the squares immediately?
It is best to allow the pastry to cool in the pan after glazing before cutting into squares.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, the description notes that the recipe is simple to execute despite being big on flavor.
What is the final texture of the crust?
The recipe produces a flaky, buttery crust enveloping the apple filling.