Chicago-style Apple Slices

This Chicago-style Apple Slices recipe offers a delightful blend of sweet apples and warm spices, all enveloped in a flaky pie crust.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Sweet Moments

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

2 crusts refrigerated pie crusts easy to use

For the Filling

4 medium apples mix of tart and sweet varieties
1/2 cup granulated sugar balances tartness
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon essential spice for autumn
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional, for extra warmth
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour thickens filling
1 tablespoon lemon juice prevents browning

For the Glaze

1 cup powdered sugar for drizzling
2 tablespoons milk to adjust consistency
1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds sweetness

Equipment

9×13-inch baking pan
large bowl
whisk

Method

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, optional nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice until well-coated.
Spread the apple filling evenly over the crust, then place the second pie crust over top, sealing the edges.
Brush the top crust with melted butter and cut small slits for venting.
Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Cool the pie for 20–30 minutes before glazing.
For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Slice into bars and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

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