Cherry Cheese Turnovers

Jul 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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

Flaky all-butter puff pastry pockets filled with a creamy vanilla-spiked cream cheese and sweet cherry filling, baked to golden perfection with a crunchy sugar topping.

Prep 25 min

Cook 25 min

Cooling 15 min

Total 1 hr 5 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
6.0 oz (170.0 g)cream cheese, softened
¼ cup (50.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
1 ½ cups (225.0 g)fresh or frozen pitted cherries, thawed if frozen
¼ cup (50.0 g)granulated sugar for cherry filling
1.0 large (50.0 g)egg
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)water
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)coarse sugar, for sprinkling

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth and set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherries and 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cherries break down slightly and the mixture thickens about 8 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry slightly to smooth creases. Cut into 8 equal squares.
In the center of each square, spread about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture, then spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cherry filling over the cream cheese.
Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal, trimming any excess dough if needed.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water to make an egg wash. Brush this over each turnover.
Sprinkle coarse sugar evenly on top of each turnover.
Chill the prepared turnovers on the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to let the pastry chill and set.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the turnovers are puffed and golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Tips

Use fresh or thaw frozen cherries drained well to avoid watery filling.
For extra vanilla flavor, add scraped seeds from half a vanilla bean to the cream cheese mixture.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cherry cheese turnovers?

Plan on 25 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking, plus 15 minutes to chill. The recipe makes 8 turnovers.

How should I store cherry cheese turnovers?

Store leftover turnovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 to 7 minutes to restore flakiness.

Can I make cherry cheese turnovers ahead?

You can assemble the turnovers and refrigerate them unbaked for up to 12 hours before baking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 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 pockets filled with a creamy vanilla-spiked cream cheese and sweet cherry filling, baked to golden perfection with a crunchy sugar topping.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

478 Calories / serving

29.4g Fat

47.5g Carbs

6.6g Protein

20.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~3824 cal · 235g fat · 380g carbs · 53g protein · 163g sugar

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

Per serving · 478 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Moderate cycling 49 min·9.8 mi
Swimming laps 67 min
Jogging 47 min·3.9 mi·~7500 steps
Stair climbing 44 min·~3950 steps
Dancing 78 min
Bodyweight circuit training 49 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 111 min

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