2 firm tart apples (1 pound or 2 454 grams) 1 1/2 cups (6.75 ounces or 195 grams) all - purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar plus 1 1/2 tablespoons for sprinkling (total
of 2.2 ounces or 63 grams) 1/2 tablespoon (7 grams) baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt (3 grams) plus
additional for egg wash 6 tablespoons (3 ounces or 85 grams) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into 1 / 2 - inch cubes plus
additional for baking
sheet if not lining it with
parchment 1/2 cup (2.25 ounces or 65 grams) sharp cheddar, shredded (white is recommended, I assume for aesthetics) 1/4 cup (2 ounces) heavy cream 2 large eggs