Crispy, Golden Apple Turnovers with a Creamy Surprise
Delight your taste buds with homemade apple turnovers, a classic pastry that offers a heartwarming and delicious experience. These flaky, buttery treats are filled with a sweet and tangy apple mixture and topped with a luscious cream filling for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and will result in a batch of mouthwatering turnovers that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.
Yields: 8 turnovers Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 20-25 minutes Total Time: 50-55 minutes
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling:
- 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
For the Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon milk
For the Cream Filling (Optional):
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Filling: In a large bowl, combine the chopped Granny Smith apples, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat the apples evenly in the sweet and spiced mixture.
- Roll Out the Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Cut the pastry into 8 squares of equal size.
- Assemble the Turnovers: Place a spoonful of the prepared apple filling in the center of each pastry square. Fold the pastry over the filling and pinch the edges together firmly to seal.
- Bake the Turnovers: Place the assembled turnovers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops of the turnovers with the beaten egg and sprinkle with a little milk. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the turnovers are golden brown and puffed up.
- Make the Cream Filling (Optional): If desired, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Serve the Turnovers: Allow the baked turnovers to cool slightly before serving. If you made the cream filling, cut open the turnovers and pipe the filling inside. Serve warm with additional whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Tips for Perfect Apple Turnovers
- Use ripe Granny Smith apples: These apples provide the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness for the filling.
- Don't overfill the turnovers: Overfilling can cause the pastry to burst during baking.
- Chill the puff pastry before rolling it out: This will make it easier to work with and prevent it from shrinking.
- Brush the turnovers with egg wash for a golden crust: The egg wash helps the pastry to brown and become crispy.
- Serve the turnovers warm: Warm turnovers are best enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
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