Squares with apples

The perfect dessert for fruit lovers, these apple squares are not only a delicious choice but also an excellent way to turn apples into refined desserts. With a crunchy texture and juicy filling, this simple recipe is sure to win you over. Let's get started!

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 15-20 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Number of servings: 10 squares

Ingredients:
- 1 package (800 g) frozen dough
- 10 small apples (preferably sweeter varieties like Golden apples)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Grated zest of one lemon
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- Almond flakes (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Step 1: Thawing the dough
Start by taking the dough out of the freezer and letting it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes or until it becomes easy to handle. It is important that the dough is not completely thawed to maintain its texture.

Step 2: Preparing the apples
Meanwhile, peel the apples and remove the cores. In a pot, add a glass of water, the lemon juice, and grated lemon zest, along with a tablespoon of sugar. Bring them to a boil and add the peeled apples. Let them simmer over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. This technique helps soften the apples and intensify the flavors.

Step 3: Preheating the oven
After the apples have softened, preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. Make sure it is well heated before placing the squares inside.

Step 4: Preparing the dough
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 4 mm thick. Use a knife or a pizza cutter to cut the dough into squares of about 10 cm by 10 cm. These will be the perfect base for the caramelized apples.

Step 5: Assembling the squares
On each square of dough, place half an apple, cut side up. Using a brush, coat the uncovered edges with egg yolk. This will give them a golden color and a shiny texture at the end. Sprinkle sugar, cinnamon, and almond flakes on top for added flavor and crunch.

Step 6: Baking
Place the squares on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake them in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is golden and crispy. The aromas will fill the kitchen, and the apple will become soft and sweet.

Serving and variations
Once the apple squares have cooled slightly, they can be served plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a refreshing contrast. You can experiment with different types of apples, such as tart ones, or add chopped nuts for extra texture. This quick dessert is perfect for a family evening or to impress guests.

Enjoy every bite of these apple squares and savor the perfect combination of apple sweetness and cinnamon aroma!

 Ingredients: 1 package of frozen dough weighing 800 g; 10 smaller apples; 1 tablespoon of lemon juice; grated lemon peel; 4 tablespoons of sugar; 2 egg yolks; 1 packet of vanilla sugar; almond flakes; 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.