Easy Apple Turnovers Recipe | Flaky Puff Pastry Dessert
Easy Apple Turnovers are a classic pastry made with flaky puff pastry filled with sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples. Baked until golden and crisp, then finished with a light glaze, these turnovers are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack. Quick to prepare using simple ingredients, they deliver bakery-style results right at home with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Knife + cutting board
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Fork (for sealing edges)
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 3 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, combine diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and flour. Mix well.
- Roll Pastry: On a floured surface, roll puff pastry sheets slightly thinner. Cut into 4–5 inch squares.
- Fill Pastry: Spoon apple mixture into the center of each square.
- Fold & Seal: Fold into triangles. Press edges with a fork to seal.
- Egg Wash: Brush tops with beaten egg. Sprinkle with coarse sugar for crunch.
- Bake: Place turnovers on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool & Serve: Let turnovers cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- Chill assembled turnovers for 10 minutes before baking for maximum flakiness.
- Use tart apples (like Granny Smith) for balance against the sweet pastry.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar or drizzle glaze after baking for extra elegance.
- Store in an airtight container for 2 days or refrigerate up to 4 days.
- Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–10 minutes to restore crispiness.