Amazing Apple Crostata Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375���F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• STEP 3.Add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a disk and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
• STEP 4.On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet.
• STEP 5.In a separate bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Arrange the apple mixture in the center of the dough, leaving a border around the edges.
• STEP 6.Fold the edges of the dough over the apples, pleating as necessary. Brush the edges of the dough with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
• STEP 7.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the butter is cold and cut into small pieces for a flaky crust.
• Refrigerating the dough before rolling it out helps prevent shrinkage.
• You can use a mix of different apple varieties for a more complex flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the crostata in a preheated oven at 350���F for about 10 minutes.
• Serve the crostata warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.