Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers With Apple Pie Filling

Making this recipe for the first time might look daunting, but if you follow the instructions I’m sharing, you’ll be surprised at how quick and easy it is. I promise you, these delicious apple treats are worth it! These apple turnovers can be made with store bought puff pastry dough. As for the filling, you can make your own apple pie filling (shared below) or use store bought.

After enjoying these flaky puff pastry apple turnovers, you’ll want to try my Apple Cinnamon Waffles for breakfast! They’re packed with warm spices and fresh green apples, perfect for a weekend brunch or an autumn-inspired treat.

• Freezer Friendly: Making apple turnovers is very easy and simple, but if you have a busy schedule, you can make a batch and freeze them for up to two weeks. I’ve shared details in the storage and reheating tips at the bottom.
• Fruity and Woody Aroma: These apple turnovers have a strong fruity smell because of the apples. The cinnamon in the filling hits the right spots when you bake them. It gives you fall vibes instantly.
• Great Texture: The flaky and crispy puff pastry crumbles in your mouth and the gooey apple filling melts. Kids love it. It’s not chewy at all. The texture of this apple turnovers recipe is best enjoyed when it’s fresh.
• Simple Ingredients: For this apple turnovers recipe you don’t need any fancy ingredients. You can find the puff pastry dough at any store. The apple pie filling is also really easy to make. You can use any type of apples for this recipe, but I personally prefer Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples.

The ingredients you need for making this recipe:

• Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp): Peel and core the apples once they’re washed. Dice them in the same size.
• Unsalted Butter: Use unsalted butter because apple pie spice is already slightly salty. You can use plant based butter instead of dairy.
• Light Brown Sugar: Use light brown sugar instead of brown so that the filling is not too dark. You can also use other alternatives like agave nectar or coconut sugar.
• Ground Cinnamon: You need a teaspoon of cinnamon for the signature nutty and woody flavor for this apple pie filling recipe.
• Apple Pie Spice: Use apple pie spice for making your filling for apple turnovers with puff pastry.
• Water: You’ll need two tablespoons of water to soften the apples.
• Lemon juice: Add a tablespoon of lemon juice for a citrusy punch to balance the sweetness.
• Cornstarch: Mix two tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water for thickening.

• Puff Pastry: You’ll need 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry. Let it thaw on the counter or in the fridge before using.
• Egg: For that golden color of the crispy pastry, you’ll need one egg.
• Water: Water is required for making the eggwash.

• Powdered Sugar: You can also substitute it with powdered coconut sugar.
• Milk: Both dairy and plant-based milk options are suitable for this apple turnovers recipe.

See recipe card for quantities.

In a saucepan, cook apples with butter, sugar, cinnamon, and a splash of lemon juice until soft and syrupy for about 8–10 minutes.

Let the filling cool completely.

Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to package instructions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry and cut into even squares (6 squares)

Place a spoonful of cooled apple filling in the center of each puff pastry square.

Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle. Seal the edges with a fork.

Cut a small slit or poke a hole in the top for steam to escape. Brush each turnover with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–22 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Let turnovers cool on a wire rack for a few minutes.

Drizzle with icing and enjoy once the icing is set.

Hint: Don't forget to brush the egg wash on top of the pastries before baking to get that golden and crispy color on top of the turnovers.

There are quite many variations you try with this recipe. All of the versions are simple and easy.

• Apple Pecan Turnovers: Apples go really well with pecan nuts. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the nuts for 10 minutes. Chop them and add to your apple pie filling.
• Apple Coconut Turnovers: Add a twist to this apple turnovers recipe by adding desiccated shredded coconut to the apple pie filling. You can also sprinkle it on top of the pastry.
• Apple Pear Turnovers: Apples and Pears taste great together. Simply peel, core and dice the pear just like apples. Mix diced pear and apple to make the filling. The rest of the recipe will be the same.

Coffee/Tea: These delicious turnovers can be a perfect breakfast, served with a hot cup of coffee or vanilla bean latte or salted caramel latte.

Waffles and Scones: You can make this recipe and serve it along with apple cinnamon waffles and scones at hi-tea or brunch.

Fruit-forward treats: Try my Blackberry Oatmeal Cookies or Berry chia seed pudding for a delicious and satisfying pairing.

With Mocktails: These flaky and crispy turnovers are perfectly paired with evening mocktails like blueberry mojito.

With Ice Cream: Just like waffles, you can serve apple turnovers with a scoop of ice cream after lunch or dinner. It can make a good dessert.

• Baking Sheet: For baking the turnovers.
• Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat: Prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy.
• Medium Saucepan: To cook the apple filling.
• Pastry Brush: For brushing egg wash on the turnovers.
• Measuring Cups & Spoons: For accuracy in ingredients.
• Cooling Rack: To cool the turnovers after baking.

Storage Tips:

• You can store apple turnovers with puff pastry in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.
• You can prepare and freeze the turnovers in the freezer for two weeks. Use an airtight container or freezer bag.

Reheating Tips:

• Thaw the frozen turnovers in the fridge. Bake the raw ones for 20-25 minutes. Pre-baked only need 5-7 minutes in the oven.

• Drizzle the glaze over slightly cooled turnover, otherwise they’ll get soggy.
• To keep them crisp and flaky, place the turnovers on a cooling rack in a single layer.
• Don’t over do the filling.
• Use cooled filling or else it will get mushy after baking.

Let the filling cool completely before assembling. Avoid overfilling, and make a small vent in each turnover so steam can escape while baking.

Apple the egg wash around the corners of the square and use a fork, apply light pressure to the edges of the pastry. This will seal the puff pastry without tearing the dough.

Apple turnovers are made with pastry dough, whereas apple strudel is made with stretched dough that’s extremely thin. The layers in turnovers are from the puff pastry while the strudel is made by rolling the dough over the filling many times.

Apple turnover is called “Chaussons aux pommes” in French, meaning French Apple Turnovers. They're the same thing as apple turnovers with puff pastry.

Yes! You can assemble the turnovers, place them on a baking sheet, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Baked turnovers can also be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days.

Make sure your puff pastry is cold when it goes into the oven and that your oven is fully preheated. Warm pastry or a cool oven can prevent those flaky layers from rising.

Tart, firm apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn hold their shape and balance the sweetness of the filling perfectly.

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Homemade apple pie filling with brown sugar recipe

Pumpkin Pecan Waffles (Homemade waffle recipe)

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