Description
Craving a comforting, sweet treat that feels wonderfully homemade but comes together in a snap? These Easy Apple Turnovers using Puff Pastry are your answer! Imagine flaky, golden pastry encasing a warm, spiced apple filling. Perfect for a quick dessert, a delightful breakfast treat, or even a charming addition to your afternoon tea, these turnovers are a weeknight savior.
Ingredients
1 sheet (about 9–10 oz) all-butter puff pastry, thawed
2 medium-sized apples (such as Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji), peeled, cored, and diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, or until the apples are slightly softened but still hold their shape. Stir in the flour and cook for another minute until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Gently unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 6-8 equal rectangles.
Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the cooled apple filling onto one half of each pastry rectangle, leaving a small border. Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a turnover shape. Press the edges together with your fingers to seal, then crimp the edges with a fork to ensure they are well sealed.
Place the assembled turnovers onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash. Sprinkle generously with granulated sugar.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the turnovers are puffed up and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed but still cold for the best results.
Allow the apple filling to cool completely before assembling to prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
For an extra golden finish, you can sprinkle the turnovers with coarse sugar before baking.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turnover
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
