Chaussons aux Pommes (Apple Turnovers)
Chaussons aux Pommes are French-style apple turnovers made with buttery, flaky puff pastry wrapped around a spiced apple filling. The key is folding and sealing the pastry tightly so the filling stays put during baking. From start to finish, they take about an hour and work equally well as a dessert or a sweet breakfast treat.
Equipment
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Pastry brush
- Mixing Bowl
- Knife
- Peeler
Ingredients
For the Pastry:
- 1 package puff pastry sheets thawed
For the Filling:
- 3 cups apples peeled, cored, and diced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
For Finishing:
- 1 large egg beaten for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Stir until the apples are thoroughly coated and let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Prepare the Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to smooth and even thickness. Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares.
- Assemble the Turnovers: Place a generous spoonful of the apple mixture onto the center of each pastry square. Fold each square into a triangle, ensuring the edges are aligned. Seal the edges by pressing them together with a fork.
- Apply the Finishing Touches: Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Place the turnovers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each turnover with the beaten egg for a golden finish, then lightly sprinkle with turbinado sugar for added sweetness and crunch.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- To prevent your apple turnovers from bursting open, avoid overfilling them.
- You can substitute the granulated sugar with brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
- For a gluten-free option, look for gluten-free puff pastry available in specialty stores.
Nutrition
Calories: 426kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 162mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 61IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg
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