Homemade apple turnovers

Recipe. Roll out puff pastry, use a small plate to cut circles should get 4, fold each in half wash tops with milk. Place on baking tray and bake gas 6 15mins, let cool slice halfway through, fill with apples and double cream. Use tinned apple’s or in a pan boil 4 apples cored & peeled add sugar and cloves add some water let them soften remove cloves & mash apples not to mush but lumpy.

Ingredients:

For the filling:

  • 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)

For the pastry:

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed, if frozen)
  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Apple Filling:
    • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
    • Add diced apples, sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften.
    • If needed, stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the filling. Let it cool while preparing the pastry.
  2. Prepare the Puff Pastry:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 4 equal squares.
  3. Assemble the Turnovers:
    • Place a spoonful of the apple filling in the center of each square.
    • Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
    • Brush the tops of the turnovers with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
  4. Bake:
    • Arrange the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
    • Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
  5. Serve:
    • Let the turnovers cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar. Serve warm and enjoy!

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