- Do you prefer fresh cherries or canned cherry filling in your pastries?
- Have you ever made turnovers from scratch, or do you usually buy them from a bakery?
- What’s your favorite glaze flavor — classic vanilla, almond, or lemon?
- Do you enjoy them warm with ice cream, or room temperature with coffee?
- Would you try making other fruit versions like apple, blueberry, or peach turnovers?
Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry (2 sheets, thawed)
- 1 cup fresh or canned cherry pie filling
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions (Step-by-Step)
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prepare the puff pastry:
- Remove from the freezer and thaw according to package directions (usually about 30–40 minutes at room temperature).
- Once pliable, lightly flour your surface and roll each sheet into a slightly larger rectangle to even out the folds.
3️⃣ Cut & fill:
- Slice each pastry sheet into 4 equal squares.
- Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of cherry filling into the center of each square — don’t overfill or the turnovers may burst open while baking.
4️⃣ Shape the turnovers:
- Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle.
- Press the edges with your fingers, then use a fork to crimp and seal tightly.
- To help prevent leaks, you can brush a tiny bit of water or egg wash along the edges before sealing.
5️⃣ Egg wash:
- In a small bowl, beat 1 egg with 1 tablespoon milk.
- Brush this mixture gently over the tops of the turnovers to create that shiny golden crust.
6️⃣ Bake:
- Arrange turnovers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until puffed and deep golden brown.
- Tip: halfway through, rotate the baking sheet for even browning.
7️⃣ Prepare the glaze:
- While the turnovers cool slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2–3 tablespoons milk until smooth and pourable.
- Add milk gradually — you want a glaze that drizzles easily but isn’t too thin.
8️⃣ Drizzle & serve:
- Once the turnovers have cooled for 5–10 minutes, drizzle the glaze generously over the top.
- Let it set for a few minutes before serving.
9️⃣ Enjoy:
- Serve warm or at room temperature — perfect with coffee, tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
ENJOY
