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Apple Turnovers

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by Francisco Correia on 05 May 2024

I always loved apples, and as everybody knows, apple and cinnamon belong together. So, I decided to combine these timeless flavors into a delightful pastry that captures the essence of autumn in every bite.

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Indulge in the comforting embrace of our apple turnover, where buttery layers of pastry envelop a generous filling of cinnamon-kissed apples. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors – the tartness of the apples harmonizing with the warmth of cinnamon, all encased in a crisp, golden crust. Baked to perfection, our turnovers boast a tantalizing aroma that beckons with promises of sweet satisfaction. Whether enjoyed as a morning treat or an afternoon delight, our apple turnovers are sure to evoke nostalgic memories and leave taste buds craving more. Experience the epitome of autumnal bliss with every delectable bite.

Ingredients needed for Apple Turnovers

What you will need to make Apple Turnovers

Here is everything you will need:
  • Apples: Our main character in the pastry.
  • Cinnamon and sugar/stevia: I used stevia to make it less caloric, but you can use whatever you have at home.
  • Store-bought puff pastry: I bought mine at Lidl but choose your favorite brand.
  • Lemon: The secret ingredient to make the sauce juicy and not too sweet.
  • Milk: Used to give that golden and crispy color to the pastry. You can use either milk or eggs.

Recipe Apple Turnovers

As you can see below, it is easy, fast, and delicious:
  1. Cut half of an apple into cubes.
  2. Add both cinnamon and sugar in a pot, mix them together, and add the apple to coat them.
  3. Add some lemon juice to the apples.
  4. Cut the pastry into a rectangle and put the coated apples in the middle.
  5. Close the pastry by bringing the corners to the middle and twisting. Brush milk onto the puff pastry.
  6. Place it in the air fryer at 180ºC for 10 minutes and enjoy!
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Apple Turnovers

Indulge in the comforting embrace of our apple turnover, where buttery layers of pastry envelop a generous filling of cinnamon-kissed apples. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors – the tartness of the apples harmonizing with the warmth of cinnamon, all encased in a crisp, golden crust. Baked to perfection, our turnovers boast a tantalizing aroma that beckons with promises of sweet satisfaction. Whether enjoyed as a morning treat or an afternoon delight, our apple turnovers are sure to evoke nostalgic memories and leave taste buds craving more. Experience the epitome of autumnal bliss with every delectable bite.

Ingredients

  • Apples: Our main character in the pastry.
  • Cinnamon and sugar/stevia: I used stevia to make it less caloric, but you can use whatever you have at home.
  • Store-bought puff pastry: I bought mine at Lidl but choose your favorite brand.
  • Lemon: The secret ingredient to make the sauce juicy and not too sweet.
  • Milk: Used to give that golden and crispy color to the pastry. You can use either milk or eggs.

Instructions

  1. Cut half of an apple into cubes.
  2. Add both cinnamon and sugar in a pot, mix them together, and add the apple to coat them.
  3. Add some lemon juice to the apples.
  4. Cut the pastry into a rectangle and put the coated apples in the middle.
  5. Close the pastry by bringing the corners to the middle and twisting. Brush milk onto the puff pastry.
  6. Place it in the air fryer at 180ºC for 10 minutes and enjoy!

Nutrition

per serving
  • Calories: NDF
  • Carbohydrates: NDF
  • Protein: NDF
  • Fat: NDF
  • Fiber: NDF

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Categories: Dessert,Air Fryer

Nutrition

per serving
  • Calories: NDF
  • Carbohydrates: NDF
  • Protein: NDF
  • Fat: NDF
  • Fiber: NDF
Portrait of Francisco Correia, author of Nela's Recipes

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I'm Francisco, and I'm passionate about preparing nutritious and flavorful meals. Additionally, I'm pursuing studies in computer science, and I have a keen interest in sports and a deep love for traveling.

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