Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of Homemade Apple Turnovers, a perfect treat for any occasion. These pastries boast a flaky, buttery crust enveloping a sweet filling of gooey cinnamon-spiced apples. Ideal for cozy fall evenings or year-round snacking, these turnovers can easily be customized to suit your tastes. Serve them warm with a drizzle of salted caramel or alongside vanilla ice cream for an irresistible dessert that will wow your guests and satisfy your cravings. Simple to prepare with minimal ingredients, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced bakers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb store-bought puff pastry (2 sheets) or homemade rough puff pastry
- 2 cups peeled & diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated or brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Optional: Salted caramel for drizzling
Instructions
- If using homemade dough, prepare it and refrigerate. Thaw store-bought dough.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine apples, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar. Cook for about 10 minutes until softened. Cool for 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough and cut into squares (4 inches each).
- Spoon apple filling onto each square, fold into triangles, and crimp edges.
- Chill turnovers for at least 15 minutes before brushing with egg wash and cutting steam vents.
- Bake for 23–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turnover (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg