Apple Turnovers

Sep 4, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Golden apple turnovers on a wire rack, one cut open to show the filling

Flaky all-butter puff pastry turnovers filled with a warm apple and vanilla-spiced filling, finished with a golden egg wash and a sprinkle of coarse sugar for crunch.

Prep 20 min

Cook 25 min

Cooling 10 min

Total 55 min

Yield 8 turnovers

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Ingredients

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turnovers

1.0 lb (454.0 g)all-butter puff pastry, cold
3.0 medium (195.0 g)apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 1 1/2 cups/195 g)
¼ cup (50.0 g)granulated sugar
¼ cup (55.0 g)packed light brown sugar
1 ½ tsp (7.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 tsp (2.6 g)ground cinnamon
½ tsp (2.5 ml)fresh lemon juice
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground nutmeg
1.0 tbsp (8.0 g)cornstarch
1.0 large (50.0 g)egg, for egg wash
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)water, for egg wash
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)coarse sugar, for sprinkling

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
Cook, stirring frequently, until apples soften and release juice, about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle cornstarch over the apple mixture, stir well to combine, and cook for 1-2 minutes more until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
Roll out the cold puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 12 x 12 inches (30 x 30 cm). Cut into 8 equal squares.
Place about 2 tablespoons of cooled apple filling near one corner of each puff pastry square, leaving about 1/2-inch (1 cm) border.
Brush edges lightly with water, then fold pastry over the filling to form a triangle. Press edges firmly to seal and crimp with a fork.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water for the egg wash. Brush the tops of the turnovers generously with egg wash.
Sprinkle coarse sugar over the turnovers for a crunchy finish.
Cut a small slit on top of each turnover to allow steam to escape.
Place turnovers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 22-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.

Tips

Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut puff pastry squares cleanly to maintain even edges.
Vanilla extract enhances the apple filling's aroma; do not skip or substitute with imitation vanilla.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make apple turnovers?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking, plus 10 minutes to rest. The recipe makes 8 apple turnovers.

How should I store apple turnovers?

Store cooled turnovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10 minutes to restore crispness.

Can I make apple turnovers ahead?

Prepare the apple filling up to 2 days in advance and keep refrigerated; assemble and bake turnovers when ready.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (7 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Flaky all-butter puff pastry turnovers filled with a warm apple and vanilla-spiced filling, finished with a golden egg wash and a sprinkle of coarse sugar for crunch.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

411 Calories / serving

22.4g Fat

47.0g Carbs

5.4g Protein

19.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~3288 cal · 179g fat · 376g carbs · 43g protein · 152g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 411 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 78 min·4.6 mi·~9150 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 56 min·2.8 mi·~5600 steps
Moderate cycling 42 min·8.4 mi
Swimming laps 58 min
Jogging 40 min·3.3 mi·~6400 steps
Stair climbing 38 min·~3400 steps
Dancing 67 min
Bodyweight circuit training 42 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 95 min

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