Danish Pastry Apple Bars II

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 35 mins In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and ice water. Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, mixing until just combined and the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. (35 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough into a 9x13-inch rectangle. Transfer the dough to a 9x13-inch baking pan. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Sprinkle the crushed cornflakes evenly over the dough in the pan. Arrange the apple slices over the cornflakes. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the apples. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Roll out the second disk of dough into a 9x13-inch rectangle. Carefully place the dough over the apple filling, and pinch the edges of the top and bottom crusts together to seal. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 50 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender. (50 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins While the bars are baking, prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and almond extract until smooth. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool slightly before drizzling with the glaze. Cut into squares and serve warm. (10 minutes)