Description
Delightfully flaky Cherry Turnovers filled with a sweet cherry filling, topped with a smooth almond glaze. This easy-to-make dessert features puff pastry filled with a cherry pie filling mixture, baked to golden perfection, and finished with a sweet vanilla or almond glaze that adds a lovely finishing touch. Perfect for any occasion and sure to impress with its beautiful presentation and delicious taste.
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
- 1¼ cups powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (or ½ teaspoon vanilla extract)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry pie filling, light brown sugar, cornstarch, and almond extract. Stir thoroughly until well combined and the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.
- Prepare puff pastry: On a clean, lightly floured surface, slightly roll out one puff pastry sheet. Cut it into 6 squares, approximately 4×4 inches each. Place these squares on one prepared baking sheet, spaced at least 2 inches apart. Repeat this step with the second puff pastry sheet on the other baking sheet.
- Fill and fold: Place 2 tablespoons of the cherry filling mixture in the center of each pastry square. Fold each square diagonally over the filling to form a triangle. Use a fork to crimp and seal the edges thoroughly to prevent the filling from leaking during baking.
- Apply egg wash: Beat the large egg in a small bowl. Lightly brush the tops of each turnover with the beaten egg to achieve a beautiful golden-brown color when baked.
- Bake the turnovers: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 22 minutes until the turnovers are golden, puffed, and cooked through. Remove carefully from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond (or vanilla) extract until smooth and well combined.
- Glaze and serve: Drizzle the glaze over each cooled turnover. Let the glaze set before serving. Enjoy your delicious cherry turnovers!
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is properly thawed before use to prevent cracking and to make cutting easier.
- Seal the edges of the turnovers well with a fork to avoid any leakage of the cherry filling during baking.
- The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more or less milk depending on how thick or thin you prefer it.
- You can substitute almond extract with vanilla extract if preferred.
- These turnovers can be served warm or at room temperature and are best enjoyed fresh.
