Caramel Apple Turnovers

Name: Caramel Apple Turnovers
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 9 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 c. diced apples, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp (about 2 medium apples); 1 tbsp. brown sugar; 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1 large egg; All-purpose flour, for work surface; 1 (14-ounce) package all-butter puff pastry (such as Dufour Classic), defrosted; Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling; 1 c. granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 4 tbsp. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1/3 c. heavy cream, at room temperature

This sweet baked good makes a great dessert—or a decadent day-starter.

By Christopher MichelPublished: Aug 3, 2022

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

9 serving(s)

Prep Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

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Ingredients

2 cups
diced apples, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp (about 2 medium apples)
1 Tbsp.
brown sugar
1/2 tsp.
ground cinnamon
1
large egg
All-purpose flour, for work surface
1
(14-ounce) package all-butter puff pastry (such as Dufour Classic), defrosted
Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling
1 cup
granulated sugar
1/2 tsp.
kosher salt
4 Tbsp.
(1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/3 cup
heavy cream, at room temperature

Directions

1. Step 1Combine apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Beat egg with 1 tablespoon water in a bowl.
2. Step 2Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. On a floured work surface, roll puff pastry dough into a 14- by 14-inch square. Cut into 9 squares. Spoon apple filling (about 1 heaping tablespoon) in the center of each square. Brush edges with egg wash. Fold squares over filling to form triangles, then press edges together with the tines of a fork; make small slits in the top of each with a sharp knife. Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with turbinado sugar. Transfer to prepared baking sheet and chill 15 minutes.
3. Step 3Bake 15 minutes, then reduce oven to 350°F. Bake until turnovers are puffed and golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
4. Step 4Combine granulated sugar, salt, and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until an instant-read or candy thermometer reaches 350°F (do not stir, but gently swirl pan if edges become dark) and mixture turns a golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and carefully stir in butter and cream (mixture will bubble up). Drizzle over turnovers.