Homemade Apple Turnovers

October 17, 2024 by Baker Recipes, Updated October 17, 2024

Easy, buttery, and incredibly flaky turnovers stuffed with gooey cinnamon apples and topped with caramel sauce. Perfect for dessert!

Prep Time

40 minutes

Cook Time

22 minutes

Total Time

1 hour (add 3 hours for homemade dough)

Yield

8 or 9 turnovers

Ingredients

• 1 lb. homemade rough puff pastry or 2 sheets store-bought frozen puff pastry (thawed)
• 2 cups (240g) peeled & diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated or brown sugar
• 1 large egg (for egg wash)
• 1 Tablespoon (15ml) milk (any kind)
• Optional: 1/2 cup salted caramel, for drizzling

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough: If making homemade rough puff pastry, follow your recipe until the second refrigeration. If using store-bought dough, ensure it is fully thawed and keep it in the refrigerator until ready.
2. Make the filling: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine apples, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar. Stir constantly for 5 minutes, then reduce to low heat and simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 20 minutes.
3. Prepare baking sheets: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
4. Shape the dough: Roll out the pastry dough to a 12-inch square. Cut into 4-inch squares and transfer to the baking sheets (4 on one, 5 on the other).
5. Add the filling: Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of apple filling onto the center of each square. Fold into triangles and crimp edges with a fork to seal. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Make the egg wash by whisking the egg and milk together, then brush over the turnovers. Cut small steam vents on top.
7. Bake for 23-25 minutes until golden brown. Rotate pans halfway through baking. Cool for 5 minutes before drizzling with caramel, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition information is not available at this time. Consider using a nutrition calculator for detailed insights.

Notes

For freezing unbaked turnovers, cover and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before baking. Baked turnovers can be frozen for up to 2 months.