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Easy Fall Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers Two Ways

September 16, 2019 by Sylvia Rose 4 Comments

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When the cricket song gets louder and the first apples are ripe for picking, it’s time to make these early fall apple turnovers. Learn how to make these easy puff pastry turnovers and two different, yet delicious autumn fillings.

rhubarb ginger early fall apple turnovers
Rhubarb Ginger Apple Turnovers

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APPLE TURNOVERS FOR WHEN AUTUMN TUGS AT YOUR HEART

Few things get me as excited as the change in seasons.

Whether it’s the first dusting of snow; the budding trees in spring; or the heady fragrance of lilac; the transition into autumn has its own magic.

It’s when the garden is bursting with good things to eat and preserve.

Dusk comes earlier, the grasshoppers fly, and the crickets give their last encore.

When the calendar flips open to September and school is back in session, the apple orchards start opening for business.

The time has come to get cozy.

The candles come out, the tea kettle sees more action, and you have a yearning to bake.

PUFF PASTRY APPLE TURNOVERS RECIPE VIDEO

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MEET MY BLOGGING FRIENDS!

This post is a bit special in nature because a group of my blogging friends got together for an apple-themed blog hop.

At the end of this post you will find photos and links to their recipes, so be sure to check those out for some extra autumn inspiration!

HOW THESE EARLY FALL APPLE TURNOVERS CAME ABOUT

My husband, big Papa, has this engrained habit of “first in, first out” when it comes to food. It comes from his kitchen training, and I’m perfectly aligned with him on this.

He also has this habit of not wanting to buy extra produce when we have similar produce at home. I also understand this, but am less aligned with him, because if I see a basket of gorgeous apples at the market, I can’t say no.

He may plea, “We already have apples at home!” but this falls on deaf ears. I cannot be swayed, but I also accept that these apples must be finished before I can crunch into my prize. What to do?

Well, when there are extra apples, there are apple turnovers to be made.

MAPLE cheddar apple turnovers
Maple Cheddar Apple Turnovers

USING PUFF PASTRY TO MAKE TURNOVERS

Normally I encourage making almost everything from scratch. It tastes better that way! It’s a way to connect with your food and to put love and soul into what you’re making.

When it comes to puff pastry though, I like to cheat.

I have zero qualms with buying it from the store. In fact, I’m starting to think I should keep a steady supply in my frugal kitchen pantry!

When you’re busy and have seventy-six things to do, store bought puff pastry is the way to go.

Rhubarb ginger apple filling
Rhubarb Ginger Apple Filling

EARLY FALL APPLE TURNOVERS VERSION ONE: RHUBARB GINGER

The first recipe for early fall apple turnovers invites late summer rhubarb to the counter. Maybe you have some in your backyard that still needs harvesting, or perhaps there’s a bag hidden away in your freezer like there is in mine. If not, you may still find it at your local market, and if that doesn’t work out, well, there’s another version up ahead.

In any case, raw honey sweetens up the filling, offsetting rhubarb’s tart taste.

Fresh ginger pairs well with both rhubarb and apple and adds warmth to the mix.

Finally, a squeeze of lemon brightens up the filling, pulling everything together.

The filling isn’t super sweet, but the turnover is finished with a generous sprinkling of sugar right before baking. You can always add more honey if you so desire–it’s easier to add sugar than it is to take it away.

early fall apple turnovers ready for the oven
Rhubarb ginger apple turnovers ready for the oven.

IN CASE YOU HAVE EXTRA RHUBARB GINGER FILLING…

This rhubarb ginger filling makes a terrific topping for oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes, and the like. I often only make one sheet’s worth of puff pastry for these turnovers and save the rest of the filling for breakfast.

Apples, walnuts and maple syrup on the stove
A sauté of apples, walnuts and maple syrup.

EARLY FALL APPLE TURNOVERS VERSION TWO: MAPLE CHEDDAR

This is my Canadian coming out. Whenever I say maple, I mean the real deal. I’m talking about 100% pure maple syrup, which, in my books, is one of the best natural sweeteners out there. It’s up there with honey and dates.

One of my favourite pairings with maple is walnuts. It’s a classic combination which I use in other recipes, like my maple walnut fermented steel cut oats and maple bourbon cranberry sauce.

Despite the maple, it’s more savoury than the rhubarb ginger, thanks to the cheddar. I hope you like it as much as Big Papa and I do!

a maple cheddar apple turnover ready to be baked
Maple cheddar apple turnovers ready for a hot oven.

RHUBARB OR MAPLE?

I love both of these recipes, but anything with maple in it usually wins out.

Are you a maple junkie like I am, or are you more inspired by rhubarb?

I’m curious to see where your heart lies, so let me know in the comments below!

cross section of  a maple cheddar apple turnover
A flaky maple cheddar apple turnover.

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Fleur de sel

RHUBARB GINGER APPLE TURNOVERS INGREDIENTS

MAKES 18 TURNOVERS

2 sheets puff pastry

1.5 cups apples, diced

1 cup rhubarb, sliced

3 tbsp honey

1 tbsp butter

1 tsp ginger, grated or minced

1 tsp fresh lemon juice

1 egg

sugar for dusting

RHUBARB GINGER APPLE TURNOVERS INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add all of the ingredients, save the puff pastry and the egg to the saucepan and stir around.
  3. When the apples are soft and the preserve has thickened, remove from heat and allow to cool.
  4. Preheat the oven to 450ºF and beat the egg.
  5. Roll out the puff pastry and cut out nine even sections from both sheets (3x3).
  6. Spoon a tablespoon's worth of filling into the centre of the turnover.
  7. Fold and lightly press the turnovers, then transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Brush with egg and generously sprinkle with sugar.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden.
plateful of early fall apple turnovers

MAPLE CHEDDAR APPLE TURNOVERS INGREDIENTS

MAKES 6 TURNOVERS

1 sheet puff pastry

1.5 cups apples, diced

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1/4 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

1 tbsp butter

1 egg

fleur de sel for sprinkling

MAPLE CHEDDAR APPLE TURNOVERS INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add all of the ingredients, save the puff pastry, cheese, and egg to the saucepan and stir around.
  3. When the apples are soft remove from heat and allow to cool.
  4. Preheat the oven to 450ºF and beat the egg.
  5. Roll out the puff pastry and cut out six even sections.
  6. Divide the filling amongst the turnovers and sprinkle with a cheese.
  7. Fold and lightly press the turnovers, then transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Brush with egg, crimp the edges with a fork, and sprinkle the tops with cheese and fleur de sel.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden.

PRINTABLE EARLY FALL APPLE TURNOVERS RECIPE CARDS

rhubarb ginger apple turnovers

Rhubarb Ginger Apple Turnovers

These semi-sweet rhubarb ginger apple turnovers are sweetened with honey and dusted with sugar. A splash of lemon brightens the filling, just like these turnovers are sure to brighten your day.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Cooling Time 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Servings 18 turnovers

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sheets puff pastry
  • 1.5 cups apples diced
  • 1 cup frozen rhubarb thawed and juices reserved
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp ginger grated or minced
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 egg
  • sugar for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan.
  • Add all of the ingredients, save the puff pastry and the egg to the saucepan and stir around, simmering over medium low.
  • When the apples are soft and the preserve has thickened, remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 450ºF and beat the egg.
  • Roll out the puff pastry and cut out nine even sections from both sheets (3×3).
  • Spoon a dollop of filling into the centre of the turnovers.
  • Fold and lightly press the turnovers, then transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Brush with egg and generously sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden.

Notes

Allow the frozen rhubarb to thaw and add the juice in with the stovetop ingredients.
The rhubarb ginger apple filling is delightful on oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes and the like. If 18 turnovers are too many, only use one sheet of puff pastry and enjoy the remaining half of the filling with breakfast. 
Keyword Apple, Baked Goods, pastry, Puff Pastry
MAPLE cheddar apple turnovers

Maple Cheddar Apple Turnovers

These maple cheddar apple turnovers are studded with chopped walnuts and given a savoury twist with cheddar cheese. Made with puff pastry, these turnovers are a breeze to make and are sure to be a hit!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Cooling Time 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Servings 6 turnovers

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 1.5 cups apples diced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 egg
  • fleur de sel for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan.
  • Add all of the ingredients, save the puff pastry, cheese, and egg to the saucepan and stir around.
  • When the apples are soft remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 450ºF and beat the egg.
  • Roll out the puff pastry and cut out six even sections.
  • Divide the filling amongst the turnovers and sprinkle with a cheese.
  • Fold and lightly press the turnovers, then transfer them to a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Brush with egg, crimp the edges with a fork, and sprinkle the tops with cheese and fleur de sel.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden.
Keyword Apple, Baked Goods, Maple, Puff Pastry

PIN IT FOR LATER

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  1. Jersey

    September 19, 2019 at 12:12 PM

    I will be making the rurbarb ones for sure! Hopefully next year my rhubarb will be ready to harvest. Commenting with “love” 🙂
    Your style is so cute. Great video!
    Thanks for working with us in the apple blog hop oxox

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  2. Elise

    September 19, 2019 at 12:58 PM

    Ooooh!!! This looks so so good! I am on team maple as well. I really have no experience with rhubarb but I love good maple syrup. I love the idea of using store bought puff pastry as well. Great post!!

    Reply
  3. Jen

    September 19, 2019 at 1:48 PM

    These looks seriously soo good!! I can absolutely see myself eating these with a giant cup of tea! Thank you for the recipes!

    Reply
  4. Marisa

    September 20, 2019 at 2:16 AM

    These look amazing!

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