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Looking for the ultimate comforting dessert? These Golden Homemade Apple Turnovers are incredibly flaky, sweet, and bursting with warm cinnamon apple goodness. Made with just a few simple ingredients and ready in under 40 minutes, this step-by-step recipe is perfect for beginner bakers and dessert lovers alike!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super Flaky: Uses chilled puff pastry sheets for maximum layers.
- Warm & Spiced: Perfectly balanced with cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg.
- Quick & Easy: Takes only 20 minutes of prep time!
Ingredients You'll Need:
- Puff Pastry Sheets: 2 sheets (Chilled)
- Granny Smith Apples: 2 cups (Peeled & Diced)
- Brown Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Butter: 2 tbsp
- Ground Cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Nutmeg: 1/4 tsp
- Cornstarch: 1 tbsp
- Salt: A pinch
- Egg: 1 (Beaten for egg wash)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Simmer the Filling
In a pan over medium heat, combine the diced apples, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes until soft. Stir in cornstarch to thicken the caramel juices. Let it cool.
2. Shape the Pastry
Roll out puff pastry and cut into 4-inch squares. Spoon the cooled apple filling onto the center of each square.
3. Crimp and Seal
Fold pastry diagonally over the filling. Press edges to seal, then crimp firmly with a fork to lock the sweetness inside.
4. Egg Wash & Bake
Brush tops with beaten egg wash. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden and incredibly flaky.
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