Description
These Cherry Turnovers are a delightful treat featuring flaky puff pastry filled with a sweet and tangy cherry filling, topped with a smooth almond-glazed drizzle. Perfect for dessert or a special breakfast, these turnovers deliver a golden, crisp exterior with a luscious cherry center in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cherry pie filling
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (or vanilla extract)
Pastry
- 1 box puff pastry dough (2 pastry sheets), thawed in the refrigerator
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
Glaze
- 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (or ½ teaspoon vanilla extract)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Baking Sheets: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup.
- Mix Cherry Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry pie filling, brown sugar, cornstarch, and almond extract. Stir thoroughly until the cornstarch dissolves and the mixture is evenly blended. Set aside.
- Cut Puff Pastry Squares: On a lightly floured surface, gently roll out one thawed puff pastry sheet. Cut into six 4×4 inch squares and place them evenly spaced on a prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the second sheet to total 12 squares across two sheets.
- Fill and Seal Turnovers: Spoon 2 tablespoons of the cherry filling onto the center of each pastry square. Fold the pastry diagonally to create a triangle, then seal edges firmly by pressing with a fork to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg in a small bowl. Lightly brush the tops of each turnover to achieve a glossy, golden-brown finish after baking.
- Bake Turnovers: Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and allow the turnovers to cool on baking sheets.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract (or vanilla) until smooth and slightly runny.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over cooled turnovers. Let the glaze set before serving. Enjoy your delicious cherry turnovers fresh!
Notes
- Ensure puff pastry is thoroughly thawed for easier handling and better puff during baking.
- Seal turnovers well to prevent cherry filling from leaking and making a mess in the oven.
- Adjust milk quantity in glaze to achieve desired consistency—thicker glaze will hold shape better, thinner glaze will drizzle more smoothly.
- Turnovers are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- For a nut-free option, use vanilla extract instead of almond extract.
