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Delicious gluten-free apple turnovers fresh from the oven

Gluten-Free Apple Turnovers

Delightful and flaky apple turnovers made with gluten-free puff pastry, perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 turnovers
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pastry and Filling
  • 1 package gluten-free puff pastry, thawed (approx. 14 oz) Ensure it's properly thawed.
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced Use a mix of apples for varied flavors (e.g., Granny Smith and Honeycrisp).
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot powder or tapioca starch.
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash) Use almond milk for vegan option.
  • to taste coarse sugar, for sprinkling Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch until everything is evenly coated.
  3. On a lightly floured surface (use gluten-free flour), roll out your pastry dough into a large rectangle and cut it into 4 or 6 smaller squares.
Filling and Shaping
  1. Spoon a generous amount of the apple mixture onto one half of each square, leaving a border around the edge.
  2. Brush the edges with a little water, then fold the dough over to create a triangle. Use a fork to crimp the edges tightly, sealing in all the filling.
Baking
  1. Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  2. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until they are puffed up and a beautiful deep golden brown.
  3. Let them cool on the pan for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm topped with powdered sugar or vanilla ice cream. For extra indulgence, drizzle with caramel sauce. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.