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This easy Apple Slice recipe has a light sour cream topping which complements the sweetness of the fruit beautifully. It can be also be made with any other fruit, either fresh or canned.

Apple Slice - Ingredients

• 1 packet vanilla cake mix
• 1 cup coconut
• 125 g butter (softened)
• 1 can pie apples (450 g)
• 1 carton sour cream (250 g)
• 1/3 cup icing sugar
• 1 tspn vanilla essence

Method - Apple Slice Base

Mix vanilla cake mix and coconut in a bowl. Add softened butter till well mixed. Press mixture into a well greased rectangular cooking tray. Bake for 15-20 minutes in a moderate oven. Stand aside to cool for a few minutes.

Method - Apple Slice Topping

Spread pie apples evenly over the base. Mix sour cream, icing sugar and vanilla essence well. Spread gently and evenly over the pie apples. Bake for 20-25 minutes in a moderate oven until the edges start to brown. Stand aside to cool for a few minutes.

Apple Slice Variations & Tips

• Use any other fruit instead of pie apples
• Use an oatmeal biscuit (cookie) base
• Use sour light cream for a low fat version
• If using canned fruit in a syrup, drain the fruit well before using.

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