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    Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers

    Published: Aug 20, 2019 · Modified: Aug 9, 2021 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 640 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

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    Puff pastry apple turnovers recipe.
    Puff pastry apple turnovers recipe.
    Puff pastry apple turnovers recipe.

    Make a batch of puff pastry apple turnovers today - all you need are six ingredients and less than 30 minutes. Buttery puff pastry is filled with cinnamon apples and topped with a crunchy turbinado sugar crust.

    Inside of apple turnover.

    Apple turnovers have never been easier - puff pastry makes whipping these up a breeze. Buttery and flaky puff pastry is filled with apple pie filling and baked in the oven until golden brown.

    This recipe makes eight apple turnovers, and can easily be scaled down to make just four. These mini apple hand pies are going to be your new favorite dessert recipe.

    Love working with puff pastry? Try the cherry version (puff pasty cherry turnovers) or a savory version (ham and cheese puff pastry turnovers) next!

    Ingredients and substitutions

    Assembling apple turnovers.

    For this recipe, you'll need two small apples or one large apple. I like using granny smith apples for anything pie related, but any apples you have on hand will work.

    Puff pastry can be substituted with a traditional pie crust rolled into a square shape.

    Thawing puff pastry

    Brushing puff pastry with egg wash.

    If you've never worked with puff pastry before, it's almost like working with a pie crust. The difference is that puff pastry is made by layering thin sheets of dough with layers of butter (or other fat).

    To thaw your puff pastry, you can do one of two things. First, transfer your box of puff pastry into the refrigerator the night before you plan to make your turnovers.

    Or, set the box on the counter for 30 minutes to thaw. Puff pastry doesn't take long to come to a workable temperature. Once you roll the creases out of your dough, it will be the perfect consistency to assemble your turnovers.

    Plate of puff pastry apple turnovers on a wood counter top.

    Egg wash

    Using an egg wash gives your turnovers a beautiful golden crust when baked.

    I like to sprinkle the egg wash with turbinado sugar. This gives your apple turnovers a crunchy sugar crust. If you don't have turbinado sugar on hand, granulated sugar can be used instead.

    If you don't have eggs on hand, heavy cream can be brushed onto the tops of your turnovers for the same effect.

    Inside of apple turnover.
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    Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers

    Make a batch of puff pastry apple turnovers today – all you need are six ingredients and less than 30 minutes. Buttery puff pastry is filled with cinnamon apples and topped with a crunchy turbinado sugar crust.
    Prep Time8 minutes
    Cook Time19 minutes
    Total Time27 minutes
    Servings: 8 turnovers
    Calories: 406kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 2 small apples, granny smith are ideal
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 2 puff pastry sheets, thawed
    • 1 large egg
    • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 
    • Peel, core, and dice apples into ½" cubes (the smaller the better). In a bowl, add apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Toss to coat and set aside.
    • On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry sheets to approximately 12 inch squares. Cut each sheet into four squares. 
    • Spoon a scant ¼ cup of pie filling onto a corner of each square, avoiding ½ an inch around the edges. Fold the opposite corner of each puff pastry over to cover filling. This will form a triangle. Press the edges with a fork to seal.
    • In a small bowl, whisk egg and 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush tops and edges of each turnover with egg wash.
    • Sprinkle the tops with turbinado sugar and slice a vent into each turnover.
    • Transfer turnovers to parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 19-22 minutes, or until turnovers are golden brown. 

    Equipment Recommendations

    • Reynolds Parchment Paper
    • Nordic Ware Half Baking Sheet
    • Zwilling Pro Chef's Knife
    • OXO Metal Balloon Whisk

    Notes

    • To thaw puff pastry, place in refrigerator the night before, or thaw on counter top for 30 minutes.
    • Turbinado sugar can be substituted with granulated sugar.
    • Egg wash can be substituted with heavy cream. Brush the tops of your turnovers with heavy cream instead of egg wash.

    Nutrition Estimate

    Serving: 0g | Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 165mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American

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    • Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry
    • Puff Pastry Cherry Turnovers
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    1. Andrea

      February 25, 2021 at 10:46 am

      So good and so easy! I used Gala instead of Granny Smith (all I had on hand). I zested half a lemon into the apple filling and also a sprinkle of nutmeg. These turned out really well and I will definitely make them again.

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    2. Veronica

      January 23, 2021 at 2:06 am

      So easy to make and absolutely delicious!

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    3. Judy

      September 24, 2020 at 9:55 am

      Can you freeze the apple turnovers?

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      • Heather

        September 24, 2020 at 10:01 am

        Yes, they can be frozen before or after baking and stored in the freezer for up to two months. If baking from frozen, you may need to add up to 5 minutes to your baking time.

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