Cranberry Apple Puff Pastry Turnovers
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Cranberry apple puff pastry turnovers are a simple and festive treat perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, but just as delicious to enjoy any other time of year.
These flaky pastries are filled with a sweet-tart cranberry and apple filling, and baked until golden. Enjoy them as a dessert, snack, or prepare them for a special breakfast.
If you enjoy easy cranberry desserts, take a look at my Cranberry Upside-Down Cake recipe. It’s made with fresh cranberries and has a soft, golden cake layer that’s perfect for the holidays.
How to Make Cranberry Apple Turnovers
The turnovers start with a quick stovetop filling made by simmering cranberries, grated apple, sugar, and cinnamon until thickened. The filling is placed on puff pastry sheets, folded, and sealed before baking.
Continue reading for the full recipe with ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
You can make the turnovers smaller and serve them as fun party snacks. Cut the square puff pastry sheets into four equal smaller squares and fold those into mini turnovers. Bake them for about 10 minutes.
Cranberry Apple Puff Pastry Turnovers
These Cranberry Apple Puff Pastry Turnovers are fruity, flaky, and simple to bake. Perfect for a quick treat or dessert idea.
Fit dairy-free and vegetarian diets.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed and cut into 6 squares
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 medium apple, peeled and grated
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon water (for egg wash)
- Optional: 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons milk or water for icing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the puff pastry lightly on a floured surface if needed. Cut into 6 equal squares.
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, grated apple, sugar, and cinnamon. Bring to a low boil and simmer for 7–10 minutes, until the cranberries break down and the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Place the cooled filling on one side of each puff pastry square. Brush the edges with water, fold into a triangle, and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Mix the egg yolk with water and brush over the pastries. Sprinkle with a little sugar if desired.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the turnovers are golden brown.
- Let the turnovers cool before serving. For extra sweetness, drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar and milk or water, and allow to set.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes until warmed through.
These turnovers can also be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen in the oven at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 102Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 14mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 3gSugar: 12gProtein: 1g
The nutritional information provided is automatically calculated. These figures should be considered estimates.
Love Puff Pastry?
Here are some of my favorite turnover recipes for you to try.
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