Hello lovelies,
I cannot believe that in all the years I’ve been making, creating, writing and sharing my bakes with you guys, that I’ve never shared a apple turnover recipe. Quite frankly, that’s a crime and I can only apologies.
Apple turnovers are the most incredible autumnal bake. With thin flaky pastry and a perfectly spiced apple filling – you physically cannot go wrong with these.
What I love about apple turnovers is that they are such a simple bake, yet you get ultimate satisfaction. You get that warm, homely, wholesome feeling inside with every single bite which if we’re being honest, is all anyone could want from a bake, right?
So, if you like the sound these turnovers and fancy making them yourself, you know the drill. Keep on scrolling below and you’ll find today’s recipe.
Category: Desert / Sweet Treat
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Chill Time: 20 Minutes
Bake Time: 25-30 Minutes
Overall Time: 1Hour 20Minutes
Ingredients You Need For The Apple Turnovers:
- 2x Ready-To-Roll Puff Pastries
- 1 Egg
Ingredients You Need For The Apple Turnover Filling:
- 5 Granny Smith Apples, Peeled & Diced
- 2tsp Of Cornflour
- 2tsp Of Cinnamon
- 100g Of Granulated Sugar
- 1tsp Of Vanilla Bean Paste / Extract
How To Make The Apple Turnover Filling:
- Firstly, gather together your equipment and ingredients and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
- Secondly, in a large saucepan over a medium / medium-high heat add the 5 peeled and diced Granny Smith apples and toss them in the 2tsp of cornflour, 2tsp of cinnamon, 100g of granulated sugar and 1tsp of vanilla extract.
- Cook the apples, whilst stirring regularly, for 5 minutes (at this stage, the apples should be softened but not mushy or loosing shape. There should also be some but not too much caramel).
- Spread the apple turnover filling onto a plate and allow it to fully cool.
How To Make The Apple Turnovers:
- Once the apple filling has cooled, it’s time to prepare the pastry.
- Working one pastry sheet at a time (they should be barely thawed), cut the pastry sheet into four 12.5cm squares.
- Brush two sides of the pastry square with a beaten egg and then, pile the cooled apple filling onto the egg brushed side.
- (I would always avoid using the caramel sauce from the apples as it can soak the pastry and if the pastry isn’t sealed properly, it will leak out the edges).
- Fold the other side of the pastry square over the filling, into a triangle shape and using a fork dipped in flour, seal the pastry.
- Transfer the turnovers onto the prepared baking tray and place into the refrigerator for 20 minutes to chill.
- Whilst the turnover is in the fridge, preheat the oven to 200C / 180C Fan / Gas Mark 5.
- Once the 20 minutes is up, remove from the fridge and slide the parchment paper which the turnovers is on onto a separate large baking tray (this helps avoid the turnover from not cooking properly).
- Brush the turnovers with the egg wash, stab three times with a knife on the top to allow the steam to escape and sprinkle some demerara sugar over the top of the egg wash.
- Place into the oven and cook for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
- Finally, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving to your loved ones.
That’s your Apple Turnovers prepared, chilled and baked, ready for you to enjoy!
Notes:
- These can be stored at room temperature, in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- I would always recommend to re-heat the turnovers for the freshest taste.
- I would recommend using Granny Smith apples as they hold their shape well unlike other apples which can go to mush very quickly.
- I recommend cooling the apple filling on a plate as apple tends to sweat in small bowls and that therefore will cause it to drop too much liquid and become dry.
- I love to pair these warm turnovers with either custard or fresh whipped cream.
Eaten warm, eaten cold, eaten with cream or eaten without – these apple turnovers are an absolute must try this autumn!
Im sure you’ve noticed by now that this is a ridiculously quick & easy recipe to make & bake. You physically can’t go wrong with today’s recipe, in my opinion it’s very beginner friendly and the outcome is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser.
Let me know in the comments below if you make these apple turnovers yourself and if you do, what your thoughts are on them. Are you an apple turnover lover? Does this recipe scream autumn to you?
Sending you all tons of love & hugs as always,
Elle xo
