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Gluten Free Apple Turnovers

Delicious Gluten-Free Apple Turnovers for Cozy Mornings

These Gluten-Free Apple Turnovers are a delightful pastry with spiced apple filling, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 turnovers
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Gluten-Free Puff Pastry Choose a high-quality brand for best results.
For the Filling
  • 3-4 medium Apples Fresh varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • ¼ cup Sugar Substitute with gluten-free sweetener if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste if you're a spice lover.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Essential for thickening the filling.
For the Finish
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash; substitute with almond milk for vegan option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Core and chop the apples into small pieces, then toss in a mixing bowl with sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Roll out gluten-free puff pastry into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick on a floured surface, then cut into 4-inch squares.
  3. Spoon a tablespoon of the apple mixture onto each pastry square. Fold corners to form triangles and seal edges.
  4. Whisk together an egg with a splash of water or almond milk for the egg wash. Brush the tops of each turnover.
  5. Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden and puffed.
  6. Cool on a wire rack for about 5-10 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1turnoverCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These turnovers can be made ahead and frozen for later baking. Serve warm for best flavor.

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