UKRAINIAN APPLE SQUARES

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This elegant apple dessert is particularly rich and suited for holiday occasions. Rich pastry made with butter and sour cream. Half the batter is spread and baked then apple filling is added and topped with the other half of the pastry and baked.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 squares

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup hard margarine
2 eggs
1 cup sour cream, not low fat
1 teaspoon vanilla
powdered sugar
1 1/2 lbs cooking apples, finely chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Stir together flour, sugar, and baking powder. Cut in butter till pieces resemble small peas. Combine eggs, sour cream, and vanilla; add to flour mixture. Stir till well mixed. Spread half of the batter into greased 9 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes. Spread Apple Filling over layer in pan. Carefully spoon remaining batter atop. Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes. When cool sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cut into squares. Makes 16.
  • FOR THE APPLE FILLING: Peel, core, and finely chop 1 1/2 pounds cooking apples. In a bowl combine the finely chopped apples, 1/2 cup raisins, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.7, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 48, Sodium 103.9, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 16.6, Protein 3

Saiqa S_bhutta
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so easy and delicious.


JAZZY50 JAZZY50
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These squares are so delicious, I could eat them every day!


Stacey Calder
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I've been making these squares for years, and they're always a family favorite.


Rihaana Mohammed
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I love making these squares for potlucks and parties. They're always a hit!


Gaea Reed
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These squares are the perfect fall dessert. They're warm, comforting, and full of apple flavor.


Amaan Sangi
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my squares turned out really crumbly. I think I might have overmixed the dough.


Wizard
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These squares were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add a little more butter or oil to the crust next time.


Yaya Ndikandika
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These squares are so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. I love that I can use any kind of apples I have on hand.


Foysal Afrad
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I'm not a huge fan of apples, but I really enjoyed these squares. The crust was flaky and the filling was perfectly sweet and tart.


ROG GAMER
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Overall, a great recipe. The squares were delicious and I will definitely be making them again.


Md Forhad Hasan
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my squares didn't turn out as crispy as I would have liked.


Iam Ready
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These squares were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Jaysta Um
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The squares were easy to make and turned out beautifully. I especially loved the crumbly topping.


JDauntless
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few ingredients, I was able to create a delicious and satisfying dessert.


Mahnoor Khan
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These Ukrainian Apple Squares were a hit with my family! The perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a crispy crust. Will definitely be making these again.