Gala Apple "Newtons" with Honey Cream Recipe | Epicurious

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten with 1 tablespoon water
• 2 pounds Gala apples (about 4)
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest
• 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
• Pinch of fine sea salt
• Pinch of ground cardamom
• 3 tablespoons mild honey
• 1 tablespoon Calvados or apple brandy (optional)
• 1/2 cup chilled heavy cream
• 1/2 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
• 1/4 cup mild honey
• 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
• Garnish: confectioners sugar; toasted sliced almonds
• parchment paper