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Classic Apple Turnovers with Cinnamon and Vanilla Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

These classic Apple Turnovers feature a flaky puff pastry filled with a spiced, caramelized apple mixture, then baked to a golden crisp and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect as a dessert or a breakfast treat, they balance tart and sweet flavors with warm spices, making them irresistibly comforting and delicious.

Ingredients

Puff Pastry

  • 1 package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets, thawed overnight in the refrigerator)

Apple Filling

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cups small-diced Granny Smith apples (about 3 medium or 1 1/4 pounds, or use a sweet-crisp apple such as Gala or Honeycrisp)
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons granulated sugar (use 4 tablespoons for very tart apples, less for sweeter apples)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon rum, bourbon, brandy, or apple liqueur (optional)

Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg (beaten with 2 teaspoons water)

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Cook the Apple Filling: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg (if using), and salt. Continue cooking, stirring often, until the apples are softened and caramelized. If using, add the rum and stir well. Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool to room temperature. To speed cooling, transfer the filling to a bowl and refrigerate.
  2. Roll Out the Puff Pastry: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove one sheet of puff pastry from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, roll the pastry into an 11-inch square. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice it into four equal squares.
  3. Assemble the Turnovers: Scoop one-eighth of the apple filling onto one diagonal half of each square, placing it near a corner and leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Lightly brush the pastry edges adjacent to the filling with the egg wash. Fold the unfilled half of the square over the filling to form a triangle. Press the edges together to seal the turnover, using the tines of a fork to crimp and seal the edges securely. Transfer assembled turnovers to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Repeat with the remaining pastry sheet and filling. Refrigerate the turnovers for 20 minutes to reduce leakage during baking.
  4. Preheat Oven and Prepare Turnovers for Baking: Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 400°F (200°C). Remove the turnovers from the refrigerator. Brush the tops of the turnovers with the remaining egg wash. Using a sharp knife, cut two small slits or vents in the top of each turnover to allow steam to escape while baking.
  5. Bake the Turnovers: Bake in the preheated oven until the pastry is puffed and golden brown, about 20 to 22 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet.
  6. Make the Glaze: While the turnovers bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar 1 tablespoon at a time for thicker glaze, or more milk 1 teaspoon at a time for thinner glaze. The glaze should be thick but drizzle-able.
  7. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm apple turnovers. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Refrigerating turnovers before baking helps prevent the filling from leaking out.
  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced flavor, or sweeter apples such as Gala for a more dessert-like taste.
  • The rum or other spirit is optional but adds depth of flavor to the filling.
  • Puff pastry should be thawed overnight in the refrigerator for best texture and handling.
  • The glaze can be adjusted for consistency and sweetness according to your preference.
  • Turnovers are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerated for 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/classic-apple-turnovers-with-cinnamon-and-vanilla-glaze-recipe/