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Flaky 3 ingredient apple turnovers with golden crust, filled with apple pie filling and drizzled with homemade caramel sauce.

3 Ingredient Apple Turnovers

These 3 ingredient apple turnovers are a quick and easy fall dessert made with pre-rolled puff pastry and sweet apple pie filling. Golden brown and flaky, they’re perfect served warm with caramel drizzle or a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry thawed
  • 1 can of apple pie filling
  • Egg wash: 1 large egg + 1 teaspoon water whisked

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven temperature to 400°F—line baking trays with parchment paper.
  • Pour the can of apple pie filling into a large bowl. Use kitchen shears or a knife to cut the apples into small, bite-sized pieces so the filling is easier to spoon into each turnover.
  • Place the thawed sheet of puff pastry on a work surface and cut into six even squares using a pizza cutter or knife.
  • Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of apple mixture into the center of each square, leaving about a border around the edges.
  • Brush the edges lightly with egg wash using a pastry brush. Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle, then press the edges firmly with a fork to seal.
  • Cut a small slit or two in the top of each turnover with a sharp knife to allow steam to escape.
  • Place turnovers onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the top of each turnover with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  • Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the turnovers have a flaky crust and are golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and cool slightly on a wire rack. Drizzle with caramel sauce or a simple powdered sugar icing before serving warm.

Notes

  • Use store-bought puff pastry dough that comes pre-rolled to make this recipe even easier. One sheet can be cut into 6 even squares for perfect, equal-sized turnovers.
  • If you purchase frozen puff pastry, be sure it is thawed before using.
  • Add extra flavor to the apple pie filling with a little bit of brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • For a bakery-style look, brush the top of each turnover generously with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar before baking.
  • To make ahead, assemble the turnovers and cover with plastic wrap, then refrigerate until ready to bake.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container. Reheat warm turnovers in the oven wrapped in aluminum foil to keep the flaky crust crisp.