All bundled up in flaky puff pastry dough, apple turnovers contain a delicious gooey pie filling that offers the perfect warm treat on a blustery winter day. Making this recipe is sure to evoke a sense of holiday cheer, even for those disheartened by the dreary weather.
First, preheat the oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. After gathering all ingredients, combine sliced apples, brown sugar, butter, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg and ground cloves in a medium saucepan. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the filling is thickened and bubbly.
Setting aside the filling, it’s now time to prepare the puff pastry dough. On a lightly floured surface, roll the pastry into a 14-inch square, slice the dough in half and cut out 6 smaller squares. Then, in a small bowl, whisk together egg and water, and brush the edges of your dough to create golden brown pastries.
Begin transferring each pastry onto a prepared baking sheet to fill the crust. Placing the apple mixture in the center of your squares, scoop ⅓ of a cup onto each piece of dough. Continue folding one side of the pastry to the other to seal the filling inside. Furthermore, press and crimp the edges with a fork, and brush the top with additional egg mixture.
Cut three small slits in the top of each square to allow steam to vent while the turnovers bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Finally, let them cool for at least 15 minutes and spread your choice of granulated sugar or glaze on top.
It’s hard to say no to a rich and favorable dessert like apple turnovers. Warming the hands and hearts of your loved ones this season, whipping up these portable pastries can lighten the mood of any winter occasion.
Editor’s Note: This recipe is a modified version from “The Little Women Cookbook” by Wini Moranville.
Emily is a senior studying integrated strategic communication at WSU Vancouver.