These Apple Turnovers are perfect for breakfast or even snack. A delicious homemade crust filled with a tasty apple pie filling, the perfect anytime treat.

The other night my husband came home with a bag full, and I mean full, of apples that he and my youngest daughter just picked. These are not your average apples my friends, not a pesticide has touched these babies.

So do you know what that means? Yes they may have house guests! So I would not recommend that you grab an apple, wash it, and take a bite if you know what I mean!

One of the most fun family times I spent (quite a few years ago), was in a small Town in Ontario, apple picking. The kids loved riding on the tractor, and picking the apples.

So why not check out your local apple farm and have a fun day apple-picking and eating apples and then why not treat yourself to some Homemade Apple Turnovers for Breakfast or Snack.

a cut in half apple turnover on top of another one

How to make Apple Turnovers

Start with the dough:

In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
Add the shredded frozen butter and mix with a fork, then add the milk and egg.
Mix quickly together, move to a lightly floured flat surface, and knead lightly until dough comes together . This dough also comes together using a food processor.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate while you make the apple pie filling.

The Apple Pie Filling:

In a small pot add the small diced apples, the cinnamon, brown sugar, corn starch and water, stir to combine.
Heat on low heat until the mixture has thickened.
Remove from the heat and let cool.

Putting it together:

Remove dough from fridge and roll flat on a lightly floured surface, lightly flour the rolling pin and the dough.
Roll the dough about pie crust thickness or even a little thicker if you want, and roll into a square shape (as much as possible).
With a sharp knife cut out squares, medium to large are the best size.
Brush the squares with melted butter and place approximately 1-2 heaping teaspoons of the apple pie filling on one side of square.

making the apple turnovers, cutting the dough and adding the filing

Fold one corner over the other (to form a triangle) and seal edges with a fork dipped in flour (or pasta wheel).
Place the turnovers on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet.
Brush the turnovers lightly with milk and bake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden.
Let cool slightly, eat plain or dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with vanilla glaze.

making the apple turnovers ready for baking and baked . on a parchment paper cookie sheet

Can the dough be made in advance?

Yes the dough and the filling can be made the day before just be sure to keep them both refrigerated. The day after, they can be put together and baked.

Of course as it is with most Pastry recipes, these are best eaten the same day. When they are just baked and fresh.

How to Store Apple Turnovers

The Apple Turnovers should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry place, they will keep for a day or two, otherwise they should be stored in the fridge.

They can also be frozen in a freezer safe container or freezer bag, preferably unglazed. They will last up to a month in the freezer.

They can also be reheated, place the turnovers on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet and heat in a 325F pre-heated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

Do I need to peel the apples?

If I had my way, I wouldn’t peel the apples, because there are so many nutrients in the peel, why peel it away? Just wash the apple and chop.

More delicious Apple Recipes

Not too sweet, perfect in the morning with a cup of coffee or tea and to tell the truth they are pretty good anytime. A few I left plain, a few I dusted with powdered sugar and more than a few I drizzled with an easy Vanilla glaze.

What are the best apples to use?

I personally like to use either a Fuji or Royal Gala although a Granny Smith if you like a tartness, or how about a Jonathon or Jonagold, Cortland or Honeycrisp, any of these apples are perfect for baking. Just make sure they are fresh and crisp.

Sometimes we need a special breakfast, and this breakfast is not only special but also fast and easy. Not only that, it will get you in the mood for Fall. So Happy Fall and Enjoy!

Homemade Apple Turnovers

Rosemary Molloy

Apple Pie Breakfast Turnovers, an easy homemade turnover filled with a delicious apple filling, a perfect breakfast snack or dessert recipe.

5 from 12 votes

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 35

Total Time 1 5

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings turnovers

Calories 204 kcal

Ingredients

TURNOVER DOUGH

2 1/4 cups + 2 tablespoons flour (300 grams)
2 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt*
1/4 cup butter (frozen and shredded)** (50 grams)
3/4 cup milk (whole or 2 %) (180 grams)
1 large egg beaten

*If using unsalted butter then add 1/4 teaspoon salt.

**I find frozen grated butter easier to mix but you can also cut in cold cubed butter with a pastry blender if preferred.

APPLE PIE FILLING

2-3 apples peeled and diced
1/2 – 1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4-1/2 cup packed brown sugar (55-110 grams)
2 teaspoons corn starch
1/4 cup water (58 grams)

VANILLA GLAZE

1/2 cup powdered / icing sugar
3/4 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon cream (whole or whipping)

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 375° (190° celsius). Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
TURNOVER DOUGH
In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add the butter and mix with a fork. Add the milk and egg, and quickly mix together, move to a lightly floured flat surface, and knead lightly until dough comes together (dough might be too sticky, if so add a little more flour until it is just manageable, it must remain soft and a little sticky). Wrap in plastic and refrigerate while you make the apple pie filling.
APPLE PIE FILLING
In a small pot add the small diced apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, corn starch and water, stir to combine, heat on low heat until thickened, approximately 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
PUTTING IT TOGETHER
Remove the dough from fridge and roll flat, about pie crust thickness or even a little thicker if you want (be sure to lightly flour flat surface, top of dough and rolling pin). Roll the dough about pie crust thickness or even a little thicker if you want, and roll into a square shape (as much as possible).
With a sharp knife cut out squares, medium to large are the best size. Brush the squares with melted butter(melt 1-2 tablespoons butter), and place approximately 1-2 heaping teaspoons of the apple pie filling on one side of square.
Fold one corner over the other (to form a triangle) and seal edges with a fork dipped in flour (or use a pasta wheel). Place the turnovers on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Brush the turnovers lightly with milk and bake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden. Let cool slightly, eat plain or dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with vanilla glaze. Enjoy!
VANILLA GLAZE
In a small bowl whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla and cream, whisk until smooth (if you like it thinner add more cream). Drizzle over turnovers before serving.

Notes

If you wish, dough can also be made in a food processor.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 54mgPotassium: 191mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 203IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 1mg

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Updated from September 14, 2015.

Homemade Apple Turnovers