Flaky Fruit Pastries (Printable Format)

Buttery, flaky pastries filled with spiced apples and baked until golden. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you crave something sweet!

# What You'll Gather:

→ Apple Filling

01 - 2 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji), peeled and diced
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
04 - 1 tsp cinnamon
05 - 1 tbsp cornstarch (or flour, to thicken)
06 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
07 - 1 tbsp butter

→ Pastry

08 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
09 - 1 egg + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)

→ Optional Glaze

10 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
11 - 1 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
12 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Melt butter in a pan over medium heat and add those diced apples. Stir in both sugars, cinnamon, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the apples are tender and the mixture is nicely thickened. Let it cool completely - this is important!
02 - Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment. Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 8 equal squares. This gives everyone a perfect portion!
03 - Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of that gorgeous apple filling onto one half of each pastry square, leaving space around the edges. Fold the pastry over to make triangles, then press the edges with a fork to seal them up tight.
04 - Brush the tops with egg wash for that beautiful golden color, then cut a small vent slit in each turnover so the steam can escape. Trust me, this prevents any explosions!
05 - Place on your prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes until they're golden brown and gorgeously puffed up. Your kitchen will smell amazing!
06 - While they're cooling slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze. Drizzle over the warm turnovers and let it set for a few minutes before diving in!

# Important Tips:

01 - These are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack with coffee or tea.
02 - For extra flaky turnovers, chill the assembled pastries for 10 minutes before baking.
03 - Try adding a drizzle of salted caramel inside before sealing for caramel apple turnovers.
04 - You can swap apples for pears, peaches, or berries for delicious fruit variations.
05 - Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.

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