Easy Flaky Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers
These easy flaky puff pastry apple turnovers combine buttery, flaky pastry with a warm, cinnamon-spiced apple filling. Perfect for beginners, they come together quickly and make a comforting, crowd-pleasing dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 turnovers 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg or ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, flour, and nutmeg if using. Toss until apples are well coated.
- On a lightly floured surface, unfold one sheet of thawed puff pastry. If stiff, gently roll it out. Cut into 4 equal squares (about 5×5 inches each).
- Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of apple filling onto the center of each square, avoiding overfilling.
- Brush the edges of each square with melted butter. Fold pastry diagonally to form a triangle and press edges firmly to seal. Crimp edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops of turnovers with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Place turnovers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Check at 18 minutes to avoid over-browning.
- Let turnovers cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to set.
Notes
Keep puff pastry cold until ready to use to ensure flakiness. Toss apples with lemon juice to prevent browning. Use flour to absorb excess moisture and prevent soggy pastry. Crimp edges well to avoid filling leakage. Check turnovers early to prevent over-browning. For a glossy finish, apply a second egg wash halfway through baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turnover
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 33
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
Keywords: apple turnovers, puff pastry, easy dessert, cinnamon apple, flaky pastry, beginner baking, quick dessert