Healthy Recipes Dessert Fruit Desserts Apple Dessert Puff-Pastry Apple Turnovers with Brown Butter 5.0 (3) 2 Reviews The filling of these flaky apple turnovers is made with browned butter, giving it a nutty flavor. Granny Smith apples offer a nice balance of sweet and tart, plus they hold their shape when cooked for a pleasant texture. If you want your turnovers sweeter without increasing the sugar, swap them out for a sweeter apple like Gala or Honeycrisp. By Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein fell in love with baking at the age of six and has continued to grow her passion through culinary school and working in bakeries. For more than 10 years, she worked at multiple well-known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, Florida area, preparing delicious scratch-made desserts and assisting with dinner events, before becoming a test kitchen assistant at EatingWell. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on November 14, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Active Time: 35 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings: 8 servings Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Nut-Free Vegetarian Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 2 medium Granny Smith apples, halved and sliced (1/8-inch; about 2 1/2 cups) 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 3 tablespoons cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch 1 (17.3-ounce) package frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed 1 large egg 1 tablespoon reduced-fat milk Directions Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl; toss until fully coated. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Cook butter in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter solids are amber in color and nutty in aroma, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the apple mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are softened and caramelized, 7 to 8 minutes. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Whisk cider vinegar and cornstarch together in a small bowl to create a slurry. Reduce heat to low; add the cider vinegar mixture to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, until the pan is dry and the apples are glazed, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a plate; refrigerate, uncovered, until completely cool, about 30 minutes. Unfold puff pastry sheets onto a work surface. Cut each sheet into 4 squares. Cut each square in half diagonally to create a total of 16 triangles. Transfer 8 triangles to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Scoop about 2 tablespoons apple filling into the center of each of the 8 triangles on the baking sheet, leaving about a 1/4-inch border on all sides of the triangle. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Whisk egg and milk together in a small bowl until fully combined. Using a pastry brush, brush the edges of the triangles with the egg mixture. Carefully place the remaining triangles on top of the filling, aligning the edges. Brush the tops with egg mixture; use a fork to crimp and seal the edges. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Bake until puffed and deep golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes; serve warm. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster To make ahead Store loosely covered with plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. Equipment Parchment paper Frequently Asked Questions Are apples healthy? Apples are a hydrating fruit since they are about 85% water. With the skin on, apples are also rich in fiber and antioxidants, and they rank low on the glycemic index. This means they won’t spike your blood sugar like other fruits might. Regularly eating apples can help protect your heart and brain, and may lower your risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes. Is this recipe gluten-free? As is, this recipe is not gluten-free due to the puff pastry that is typically made with wheat flour. With that said, you can use gluten-free puff pastry to make an equally delicious gluten-free apple turnover. What type of apples are best for turnovers? For these turnovers, we use Granny Smith apples, which have a tart flavor and firm texture that retains its shape when baked. You can also use other varieties of apples that are sweeter, like Honeycrisp or Gala. Should I peel the apples first? No, you can keep the peels on the apples. They will give the turnovers more texture, plus you'll save time on prep. Can I make apple turnovers ahead? Yes, you can bake the apple turnovers ahead and store them, loosely covered with plastic wrap, at room temperature for up to 3 days. What is the difference between apple turnovers and apple strudel? Apple turnovers are typically made with puff pastry that’s filled with cooked apples, then sealed by folding the puff pastry over itself. Apple strudels are long, oblong pastries made with multiple layers of dough that’s stretched thin and stuffed with spiced apple filling. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers and Jan Valdez EatingWell.com, November 2023 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 318 Calories 16g Fat 38g Carbs 6g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Serving Size 1 turnover Calories 318 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 38g 14% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 17g Added Sugars 5g 10% Protein 6g 12% Total Fat 16g 20% Saturated Fat 9g 44% Cholesterol 64mg 21% Vitamin A 138µg Vitamin C 0mg 0% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 1mg 4% Folate 51µg Vitamin K 3µg Sodium 328mg 14% Calcium 49mg 4% Iron 1mg 8% Magnesium 18mg 4% Potassium 165mg 4% Zinc 1mg 6% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 0g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.