Milopita Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
- 2
Chill the Dough
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Apples
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, cornstarch, and nutmeg. Ensure that the apples are well coated with the mixture.
Assembly
- 4
- 5
Add the Filling
Pour the apple filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
Topping Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Topping
In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg, milk, and sugar. Brush this mixture over the top of the apple filling.
Baking
- 7
Bake the Milopita
Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown. If the edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the milopita to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.