Easy Apple Turnovers Recipe
Why You’ll Love These Apple Turnovers
Apple turnovers are a quick and cozy dessert that combines crisp, flaky pastry with warm, cinnamon-spiced apples. They’re simple to make, require minimal effort, and are perfect for last-minute gatherings or a sweet treat at home. Using canned or homemade apple pie filling makes this recipe even easier.
Ingredients
- pastry sheets, room temperature
- apple pie filling
- water
Optional: Make your own homemade apple pie filling.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut pastry sheet into 4 equal squares.
- Place 1–2 teaspoons of apple pie filling in the center of each square.
- Fold into a triangle and poke a few holes with a fork or knife.
- Crimp edges with your fingers or a fork.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow turnovers to cool slightly.
- Mix powdered sugar and water to make glaze.
- Drizzle glaze over turnovers before serving.
Tips for Success
- Adjust sweetness: If your pie filling is very sweet, reduce the sugar in the glaze.
- Prevent soggy turnovers: Bake until the edges are golden and let turnovers rest for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Flavor variations: Try cherry, peach, or blueberry pie filling for a fun twist.
Serving Ideas
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce. These turnovers also make a great addition to brunch spreads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh apples instead of pie filling?
Yes, but you’ll need to cook them down with sugar and cinnamon first to soften the apples.
Can I freeze apple turnovers?
Absolutely. Bake them, let them cool, then freeze in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the turnovers and refrigerate them unbaked for up to 24 hours. Bake when ready.
What pastry works best?
Store-bought puff pastry is the easiest option, but homemade pastry works beautifully if you prefer.
Easy Apple Turnovers
Ingredients
- 1 box pastry sheets room temperature
- 1 can apple pie filling
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- Take the pastry sheet out of the box and cut into 4 quarters. You should have 4 squares per sheet.
- Place 1-2 teaspoons of apple pie filling onto the middle of the pastry square.
- Fold the square into a triangle and poke a few holes in it with a fork or knife.
- Crimp the edges with your finger or a fork.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- While the turnovers are cooling, make the frosting for the top.
- Mix the water and powder sugar together.
- Once the turnovers are cool/warm, drizzle the frosting on the turnovers with a spoon.
