Fried Apple Turnovers, puff pastry filled with stove-top homemade fried apples!
Turnovers are a timeless treat: crisp, buttery puff pastry wrapped around a warm, flavorful filling. These fried apple turnovers combine tender, stove-top cooked apples with flaky puff pastry for a quick dessert or snack that feels special.
The apples are cooked on the stove with butter, brown sugar and cinnamon until tender and caramelized, then cooled slightly before being spooned into squares of puff pastry. After folding and sealing, the turnovers bake until golden and puffed. Serve them plain or top with powdered sugar, warm caramel sauce, a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Those little apple pieces peeking out after baking are irresistible. The filling is warmly spiced — think cinnamon and vanilla — with a texture similar to the fried apples you might recognize from some southern-style restaurants.
Fried Apple Turnovers
Ingredients
- 2 granny smith apples peeled, cored and diced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 1 egg lightly beaten with a splash of water
Instructions
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In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the brown sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then add cinnamon. Add the diced apples and stir to coat. Cook 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla, and let the mixture cool slightly.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay the puff pastry sheets flat and pierce them all over with a fork. Cut each sheet into four equal squares. Place a small spoonful of the apple filling in the center of each square.
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Fold each square into a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork and poke a few holes in the top to vent. Brush the tops with the beaten egg mixture. Bake 15 minutes or until the turnovers are puffed and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Do you have a favorite turnover flavor? Besides apple, cherry turnovers are a classic favorite for many people. Try different fillings like berry compote, peach, or savory options like cheese and spinach for variety.
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