Turnover
A pastry made by folding a square or circle of dough over a filling to form a triangle or half-moon, then sealing and baking or frying.
- Cakes, cookies, pastries and baked goods
Apple turnovers in puff pastry are the classic. The edges are brushed with water or egg and crimped with a fork so the filling doesn't leak, and slits are cut in the top to let steam out.
An egg wash and a sprinkle of sugar give a golden, shiny top. Fillings should be cooled and not too juicy.
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Tools for this
Norpro Pastry Cutter WheelClean, straight cuts through laminated dough without squashing the layers.See it on Amazon
HOTEC Silicone Pastry Brushes (2)An even egg wash for a glossy, golden finish.See it on Amazon
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Written by VanillaGoods in our own words from these sources. Last reviewed October 15, 2026.
- Turnover (Q10785085), Wikidata