Description

Ultra-flaky homemade apple turnovers made with store-bought puff pastry and a warm cinnamon-spiced apple filling. These golden, shattering pastries are simple to make and perfect for brunch, dessert, or snacks.

Ingredients

Scale

2 sheets store-bought puff pastry (thawed, about 1 lb)
3 medium Granny Smith apples (about 450g, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for extra juicy apples)
1 large egg (beaten with 1 tablespoon water for egg wash)
2 tablespoons sand sugar or coarse sugar
Flaky sea salt (for sprinkling)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and lemon juice.
Cook the apple mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still holding their shape. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Unfold thawed puff pastry sheets. If needed, roll gently to smooth wrinkles. Cut each sheet into four equal squares (8 total).
Place a square on a counter and add 2-3 tablespoons of cooled apple filling to the center, leaving a ½-inch border.
Brush the edges with water, fold diagonally to form a triangle, and press edges to seal. Crimp edges firmly with a fork.
Place turnovers on prepared baking sheets and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.
Brush chilled turnovers with egg wash and sprinkle with sand sugar and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
Cut two small slits in the top of each turnover to allow steam to escape.
Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, rotating pans halfway through, until deeply golden brown and puffed.
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep all ingredients cold to ensure flakiness. Do not use hot filling on the dough. If baking from frozen, add 5-7 minutes to bake time. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven to restore crispness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 turnover
Calories: 280
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 150
Fat: 18
Saturated Fat: 10
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 2
Protein: 4

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