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Homemade apple pie turnovers with flaky pastry and spiced apple filling

Apple Pie Turnovers

Delicious mini apple pies made with flaky puff pastry filled with warm apple filling. Perfect for snacks, dessert, or a quick treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 turnovers
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pastry and Filling Ingredients
  • 1 package puff pastry (2 sheets)
  • 2-3 medium apples peeled and diced Firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are recommended.
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Egg Wash Ingredients
  • 1 egg for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon milk for egg wash

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into squares (about 4-6 inches).
  3. In a bowl, mix diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and flour until well combined.
  4. Place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.
  5. Fold the pastry over to form a triangle and seal the edges with a fork.
  6. Beat the egg with milk to make an egg wash and brush it over the tops of the turnovers.
Baking
  1. Place the turnovers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm, optionally adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a light dusting of powdered sugar. Pairs well with hot cider or coffee.