Danish Apple Bars

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   Preheat oven to 350 F.

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   For the crust:

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   In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and water until combined.

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   In the bowl of a stand mixer combine the flour, salt and shortening. With a dough hook, mix in the egg yolk mixture until everything is combined. Divide dough into 2 parts, one a little larger than the other. Roll out or pat the larger portion of dough into a 10x15 pan. Refrigerate the remaining dough for rolling later.

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   For the filling:

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   Crush the corn flakes and spread them over the crust.

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   Peel, core, and shred the apples. Spread apples over the corn flakes in the pan. Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle it over the apples.

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   Roll out the remaining dough to the size of the pan and place it on top.

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   Beat the egg white for 1-2 minutes and brush it over the top crust.

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    Bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool 10 minutes and then glaze it.

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    For the glaze:

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    Stir together the glaze ingredients, adding the water if needed. Pour over the bars. Allow glaze to cool and set, then cut into bars.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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