“Apple pan ___ (baked pastry)” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DOWDY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Apple pan ___ (baked pastry)”. It was last seen in the puzzle of April 1, 2026, where it runs at 31 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
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