PHILLY Bavarian Apple Torte 🍏🍰

Ingredients:

For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons cold water

For the Apple Filling:
- 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream

For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions: