{"id":368,"date":"2026-01-11T00:20:13","date_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:20:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=368"},"modified":"2026-01-11T00:20:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:20:13","slug":"chicago-style-bakery-apple-slices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=368","title":{"rendered":"Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u00a0Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slices<\/h1>\n

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Buttery crust, spiced apple filling, and sweet vanilla glaze\u2014just like your favorite Chicago bakery<\/strong><\/p>\n

These Chicago-style apple slices are a classic Midwestern bakery dessert. They feature a tender, flaky crust, a generously spiced apple filling, and a smooth vanilla glaze on top. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, bake sales, or whenever you want that nostalgic bakery-style treat.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Ingredients<\/h2>\n

For the Crust<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • 2 \u00bd cups all-purpose flour<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon salt<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter<\/strong>, cubed<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup cold milk<\/strong> (add gradually, as needed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the Apple Filling<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • 6 cups apples<\/strong>, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
      \n(Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)<\/em><\/li>\n
    • \u00be cup granulated sugar<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • \u00bc teaspoon ground nutmeg<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      For the Glaze<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      • 1 cup powdered sugar<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • 2\u20133 tablespoons milk<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • \u00bd teaspoon vanilla extract<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \u00a0Instructions (Step-by-Step)<\/h2>\n

        1 Prepare the Crust<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        • In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt<\/li>\n
        • Add cold cubed butter<\/li>\n
        • Cut butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture looks like coarse crumbs<\/li>\n
        • Slowly add cold milk, a little at a time, mixing just until dough comes together<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Do not overmix \u2014 the cold butter creates a flaky crust<\/p>\n

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          • Divide dough into two portions<\/strong><\/li>\n
          • Wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 20\u201330 minutes<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            2 Make the Apple Filling<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            • In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla<\/li>\n
            • Toss well until apples are evenly coated<\/li>\n
            • Set aside while you roll the dough<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              3 Assemble the Apple Slices<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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              • Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/li>\n
              • Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan<\/strong><\/li>\n
              • Roll out the first dough portion and press it into the bottom of the pan<\/li>\n
              • Spread apple filling evenly over the crust<\/li>\n
              • Roll out the second dough portion and place it gently on top<\/li>\n
              • Pinch or press edges lightly to seal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                4 Bake<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                • Bake for 45\u201355 minutes<\/strong>, or until:\n
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                  • Top is lightly golden<\/li>\n
                  • Apple filling is bubbling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    If the top browns too fast, loosely cover with foil<\/p>\n

                    5 Cool Completely<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                    • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely<\/strong> before glazing
                      \n\u26a0\ufe0f This is important so the glaze sets properly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      6 Prepare the Glaze<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                      • In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth<\/li>\n
                      • Adjust milk for desired thickness<\/li>\n
                      • Drizzle glaze generously over cooled apple slices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        \u00a0Pro Bakery Tips<\/h2>\n

                        Use thinly sliced apples<\/strong> for even baking
                        \nChill dough if it gets too soft
                        \nLet slices cool fully before cutting for clean edges
                        \nFor extra shine, brush top crust with a little milk before baking<\/p>\n

                        Variations & Add-Ins<\/h2>\n
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                        • Add chopped walnuts or pecans<\/strong><\/li>\n
                        • Add raisins<\/strong> for old-school bakery flavor<\/li>\n
                        • Swap glaze for a powdered sugar dusting<\/strong><\/li>\n
                        • Add a pinch of cloves<\/strong> for deeper spice Serving Suggestions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                          • Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed<\/li>\n
                          • Perfect with coffee\u00a0 or tea<\/strong><\/li>\n
                          • Amazing with vanilla ice cream\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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