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]]> Flaky layers of crisp puff pastry and a mouthwatering, homemade apple pie filling make this handmade apple turnover recipe an absolute summer and fall favorite. Not only are these delicious mini apple pies quick and easy to make, but they also make a an amazing dessert for dinners, parties, picnics or potlucks.

You can serve these oven baked apple hand pies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or other ice cream of your choice to make them an extra special treat. So if you are looking for an easy puff pastry recipe that uses real apples, then this is the recipe for you.

pile of apple turnovers on a tray with cinnamon sticks and fresh apple halves

You can serve these oven baked apple hand pies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or other ice cream of your choice to make them an extra special treat. So if you are looking for an easy puff pastry recipe that uses real apples, then this is the recipe for you.

What Are Handmade Apple Turnovers?

An apple turnover is made from pastry dough, mostly puff pastry (homemade or store bought), rough puff pastry or pie crust, and filled with homemade apple pie filling. Baked golden brown in the oven, they are crispy and flaky on the outside with a delicious, juicy filling in the middle. They are the perfect hand held summer and fall dessert.

stacked apple hand pies cut in half

Why You’ll Love This

  • Main Ingredients: puff pastry, brown sugar, fresh apples, cinnamon
  • Cooking Method: oven baked
  • Cooking Time: 15 minutes prep time, 20 minutes cooking time
  • Special Equipment Needed: sheet pan, parchment paper, pastry brush
apple turnovers on a serving platter
stacked apple hand pies cut in half

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this Apple Turnover recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making these homemade turnovers, read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Apple Turnover Ingredients

  • Puff pastry
  • unsalted butter
  • Granny Smith apples
  • brown sugar
  • cornstarch
  • cinnamon
  • Salt
  • Egg and Water to make an egg wash
  • Powdered sugar
  • Heavy cream

Variations

OTHER FRUITY FILLINGS –You can fill puff pastry with pretty much any fruit/pie filling you prefer. We also love raspberry, peach, blueberry or cherry turnovers, for example. In case you are short on time use ready made store bought pie filling.

CHEESECAKE COMBINATION – Another insanely delicious filling for hand pies is cheesecake. You can combine your cheesecake filling with a fruit filling or even peanut butter and chocolate. We love caramel apple cheesecake, cherry cheesecake or chocolate peanut butter cheesecake hand pies.

ingredients for easy apple puff pastry

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love the blend of apple and cinnamon flavor then you’ll love our Spiked Apple Cider.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook apple puff pastry in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

PREP: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

cut up apples with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt in a bowl
cooked apples in a saucepan

MAKE APPLE FILLING: Begin by peeling, coring and cutting apples into pieces about ⅓” wide by 1-2” long. Then toss in brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt. Afterwards, melt butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Add apples to the saucepan, stir frequently and cook for about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat when the sauce begins to thicken. Set aside until ready to use.

brushing egg wash on the edges of the puff pastry squares
sealing handmade apple turnovers with a fork

ASSEMBLE TURNOVERS: Firstly, cut puff pastry into 4 equal squares. Divide the apple mixture evenly among the dough squares, putting it in the center of each puff pastry piece. Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg wash. Fold the pastry over and line up the edges. Gently seal the seams with a fork.

tops of apple turnovers are brushed with egg wash
baked apple puff pastries on a baking sheet

BAKE: Transfer the turnovers to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush them with egg wash on all sides. Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the puff pastry has puffed up and is a golden brown. Transfer to a cooling rack.

glaze being brushed onto handmade apple turnovers
stacked handmade apple turnovers

GLAZE AND SERVE: Whisk together the heavy cream and powdered sugar. Then glaze the cooled apple puff pastries. Allow to dry and serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love mini apple pies then you’ll love our Granny Smith Apple Pie.

Pastry Brush – A pastry brush is perfect for brushing glaze on pastry.

Make Ahead

We do not recommend making apple turnovers ahead of time as they are best eaten within a couple of hours of coming out of the oven. You can, however, prepare the apple pie filling up to 3 days ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.

Tips For The Best Mini Apple Pies

Follow these tips to make the best handmade apple turnover recipe.

  • Cut your apples to equal sizes. We recommend making them about ⅓” to ½” thick. Afterwards, sprinkle them with lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
  • Use parchment paper on your baking sheet to prevent your turnovers from sticking.
  • Don’t overfill your turnovers, otherwise the filling will ooze out the sides. Additionally, make sure you wipe away any excess pie filling from your baking sheet before baking so it doesn’t burn.
  • Rotate your baking sheet halfway through cooking if your oven doesn’t cook evenly to make sure all the puff pastry fully puffs up and cooks.
  • Allow your turnovers to cool before brushing with glaze.

HOW TO STORE

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate or store on the counter for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to defrost is in the refrigerator overnight.

Reheating: Use the microwave, air fryer, or toaster oven to reheat leftovers.

hands holding handmade apple turnover halves

MORE PUFF PASTRY RECIPES

Store bought puff pastry is very convenient as you can store it in the freezer for quite a while and it defrosts quickly. Additionally you can use it for either sweet or savory treats. We especially love turning puff pastry into mini chocolate puff pastries, Blueberry Puff Pastry or easy vegetarian pasties, for example.

MORE APPLE RECIPES

Sweet and succulent apple desserts with just the right hint of cinnamon are true favorites with our families. For that reason, we love making Apple Crisp without Oats, Apple Pie Bars, Blackberry and Apple Crumble, Caramel Apple Cheesecake Hand Pies, and Apple Pie Ice Cream over and over again.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking this handmade apple turnover recipe.

How do I stop the filling from leaking out of my hand pies?

It is particularly important not to overfill your hand pies and to make sure the edges of the pastry stay clean. Brush the edges with water or egg wash, press together with a fork or your fingers, then crimp the edges. This should prevent juices from running out.

Is there a difference between a turnover and a hand pie?

Generally, the only real differences are in the shape (had pies are usually round) and in the dough that is used. Turnovers are often made with puff pastry, but can also be made with a pie crust as well.

Is it possible to use other fillings for turnovers?

Yes, of course! Not only can you use whatever fruit pie filling you prefer, but also homemade and store bought pie fillings work equally well with this recipe. We especially recommend trying raspberry, cherry, blueberry or peach pie fillings, for example.

stacked apple hand pies cut in half
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Handmade Apple Turnover Recipe

These mini apple pies are crispy and flaky with a succulent homemade apple filling spiced with a hint of cinnamon.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, vegetarian
Keyword apple hand pie, apple puff pastry recipe, easy puff pastry recipe, handmade apple turnover recipe, mini apple pie, sweet puff pastry recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 597kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

  • knife and cutting board or apple slicer
  • saucepan
  • fork
  • pastry brush
  • sheet pan

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry defrosted
  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
  • 3 Granny Smith apples
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Glaze Ingredients:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (you can substitute 3 tablespoons of water)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Peel, core and cut apples into pieces about ⅓” wide by 1-2” long. Toss in brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt.
    peeled and cut apples tossed with spices
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
    melted butter in a saucepan
  • Add apples to saucepan. Stir frequently. Cook for about 5 minutes when the sauce begins to thicken. Remove from heat.
    cooked apples in a saucepan
  • Open puff pastry. Cut down the center both ways to make 4 equal squares.
    puff pastry squares on parchment paper
  • Divide the apple filling into 4 parts and place the apples in the center of the puff pastry pieces.
    apple filling on puff pastry squares
  • Whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush edges of the pastry with the egg wash. This will help seal the edges together.
    brushing egg wash on the edges of the puff pastry squares
  • Fold the pastry over to line up the edges. Be careful to keep the apple filling inside and away from the edges. Gently smash 3 open edges with a fork to seal.
    sealing handmade apple turnovers with a fork
  • Transfer the turnovers to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Brush the tops and sides with the egg wash.
    tops of apple turnovers are brushed with egg wash
  • Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the puff pastry has puffed up and is a golden brown. Transfer to a cooling rack.
    baked apple puff pastries on a baking sheet
  • Whisk together the heavy cream and powdered sugar.
    whisking together glaze ingredients
  • When turnovers are cool, top with glaze. Allow to harden.
    glaze being brushed onto handmade apple turnovers
  • Serve.
    cut open apple hand pie

Nutrition

Serving: 1pie | Calories: 597kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 251mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 385IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg

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]]> https://familydinners.com/handmade-apple-turnover-recipe/feed/ 5 Apple Pie Bars https://familydinners.com/apple-pie-bars/ https://familydinners.com/apple-pie-bars/#comments Sun, 04 Sep 2022 17:23:54 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=16464 Crispy, buttery and flaky puff pastry topped with succulent apple pie filling and sweet streusel topping. This apple pie bars recipe is meant to be an easy recipe anyone can make!

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]]> These apple pie bars combine flaky puff pastry, apple pie filling and streusel topping to make a delicious summer and fall dessert. No time to bake a full apple pie, but still craving a scrumptious apple dessert? Then this apple pastry recipe is absolutely perfect for you! Apple pie bars only take 10 minutes to prepare by using ready made puff pastry and canned apple pie filling. Apple puff pastries are simply delicious and can be eaten any time of the day! They are also a great alternative to pumpkin pie on thanksgiving.

two apple pie bars on top of each other on a plate

Why You’ll Love This

apple pie bars on a cutting board with fresh apples
apple pie bar on a plate

Andrea Says…

When testing out this recipe, trying to get it just right, I thought I’d enjoy this but didn’t realize just how much I’d love these. I had a hard time not eating them all right out of the oven!

What Is An Apple Pie Bar?

There are lots of different apple pie bar recipes. You can find some with a pie crust on the bottom or a shortcake crust but they all have apple pie filling in the middle and a topping of some sort. We like how this recipe is meant to be used when you need a quick and easy dessert to prepare.

Ingredients

You may have all of these apple puff pastry ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

  • Pantry Ingredients: apple pie filling, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar
  • Refrigerated/Frozen Ingredients: puff pastry, butter, egg
ingredients for apple pie bars

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love turning apples into stunning desserts then you have to try Stef’s Caramel Apples. This fool-proof recipe creates buttery, soft, melt in your mouth caramel over crisp, sweet apples!

Instructions

This section shows how to bake apple pie bars in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

PREPARE: Preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

fork poking puff pastry on a lined baking sheet
spreading apple pie filling on puff pastry on a baking sheet

SHAPE THE PASTRY DOUGH: First, roll out a sheet of pastry, then fold over the edges about ¼ inch all around the outside. Poke the middle part of the square with a fork 10-15 times. (Do not poke the edges!)

FILL THE PASTRY: Spoon 1 can of apple pie filling over the puff pastry. Make sure to keep the edges clean. Using a pastry blender, mix all the topping ingredients together in a bowl until coarse crumbs form. Then scatter half the mixture on top of the apple filling. Whisk together the egg and water in a small bowl, and brush the edges of the puff pastry square with the egg wash.

topping ingredients mixed together with a pastry blender
topping on apple pie filling and puff pastry

BAKE: Bake for 20 minutes or until puffed up and the topping is golden brown. Repeat with other pastry sheet and pie filling. Let the pastry cool for a bit, before cutting into squares. Serve.

egg washing the edges of the puff pastry
baked apple pie bars on a baking sheet

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love indulgent spiced apple treats then you’ll love Stef’s Fried Apples. They are incredibly easy to make and can be used as a standalone dessert, a delicious side dish, or as an ingredient for many other recipes.

Pastry Blender – We love using this pastry blender to work butter into flour and sugar. Works quick and keeps the mess to a minimum.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best apple pie bars.

  • Tip: Defrost your puff pastry before unrolling it. If you try to unroll it while it’s still frozen it will crack.
  • Tip: Use parchment paper on your baking sheet to prevent your pastry from sticking and for easy clean up.
  • Tip: Bake until all the puff pastry looks puffed and golden. In some ovens you might need to turn your baking sheet around halfway through cooking to get even cooking.
  • Allow the pastry to cool a bit before slicing into squares.

More Scrumptious Apple Recipes:

Andrea says….

Even after the summer we love making and eating delicious ice cream. Apple Pie Ice Cream is a big family favorite. You’ll love this fall ice cream dessert! Make with fresh apples cooked into a homemade apple pie filling then mixed in with easy ice cream. Make this recipe with an ice cream maker or without as a no-churn ice cream.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store apple puff pastry in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to defrost puff pastry apple dessert is in the refrigerator overnight.

Reheating: Use the microwave, air fryer, or toaster oven to reheat leftovers.

cut up apple pie bars on a wooden cutting board

Common Questions

Is it better to use homemade or store bought puff pastry?

We recommend buying puff pastry premade! We prefer the Pepperidge Farms puff pastry you can find in the freezer section of your local grocery store. However, if you’re feeling ambitious you can always make your own!

Is it possible to use other fillings for puff pastries?

Yes, of course! You can use whatever fruit pie filling you prefer. We recommend trying raspberry, cherry or peach, for example. Another particularly scrumptious variation is blueberry. Have you tried our Blueberry Puff Pastry Recipe?

Can I use a homemade apple pie filling for this recipe?

Of course! You can make your favorite homemade apple pie filling or give Stef’s Fried Apples a try! They are easy to make and the perfect topping for puff pastry. We recommend using tart apples for apple filling such as Granny Smith apples, Pink Lady apples, Gala or Braeburn apples.

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Apple Pie Bars

Crispy, buttery and flaky puff pastry topped with succulent apple pie filling and sweet streusel topping. This apple pie bars recipe is meant to be an easy recipe anyone can make!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Keyword apple pie bars, apple puff pastry recipe, canned apple pie filling recipe, puff pastry apple dessert
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 485kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 sheets puff pastry
  • 2 cans apple pie filling

Topping Ingredients:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter slightly softened
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Egg Wash Ingredients:

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out pastry dough. Place on parchment paper on baking sheet.
    puff pastry sheet rolled out on a baking sheet
  • Fold edge over ¼” around the outside of the puff pastry.
  • Poke the pastry (except the edges) with a fork 10-15 times.
    fork poking puff pastry on a lined baking sheet
  • Spread 1 can of pie filling on the puff pastry, inside the edges.
    spreading apple pie filling on puff pastry on a baking sheet
  • Mix topping ingredients together with 2 forks or a pastry blender.
    topping ingredients mixed together with a pastry blender
  • Spread ½ the topping over apple pie filling.
    topping on apple pie filling and puff pastry
  • Brush edges with egg wash.
    egg washing the edges of the puff pastry
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until puff pastry is puffed up and topping is golden.
    baked apple pie bars on a baking sheet
  • Repeat with other pastry sheet and pie filling. Let cool, then cut into squares and serve.
    apple pie bar on a plate

Notes

  • Instead of folding over edges, you can also use a knife to lightly cut (score) around the edges. This will help the outside edge puff up more than the inside the pie filling is on.
  • Serve while warm or refrigerate for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg

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]]> https://familydinners.com/apple-pie-bars/feed/ 1 Blueberry Puff Pastry https://familydinners.com/easy-blueberry-puff-pastry/ https://familydinners.com/easy-blueberry-puff-pastry/#comments Mon, 08 Aug 2022 01:10:45 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=14744 These crispy and flaky puff pastries filled with mouthwatering blueberry pie filling are amazingly delicious and the perfect summer dessert. This blueberry puff pastry can be eaten any time of day.

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]]> Crispy and flaky blueberry puff pastry is easy to make and tastes out of this world good. It is made with store bought puff pastry and blueberry pie filling so it comes together in only 10 minutes.

You can serve these scrumptious blueberry pie bars for breakfast, brunch or as a dessert. Your family and guests will definitely not be able to just eat one of these super yummy pastries.

close up of a pile of blueberry puff pastries

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Table Of Contents
  1. WHAT IS BLUEBERRY PUFF PASTRY?
  • INGREDIENTS
  • INSTRUCTIONS
  • RECOMMENDED TOOLS
  • TIPS FOR THE BEST BLUEBERRY PUFF PASTRY
  • HOW TO STORE
  • MORE FRUIT PIE RECIPES
  • MORE BLUEBERRY RECIPES
  • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • Blueberry Puff Pastry

    • WHAT IS BLUEBERRY PUFF PASTRY?

    Puff pastry (homemade or store bought) is cut into squares, scored to create a nice edge and filled with delicious and juicy pie filling and streusel topping. Baked to golden brown perfection in the oven, they are crispy and flaky with a sweet and delicious blueberry pie filling in the middle. They are the perfect hand held summer dessert.

    ❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS BLUEBERRY PIE BAR RECIPE

    ✔️ Notable: perfectly crispy crust and succulent blueberry filling

    ✔️ Main Ingredients: puff pastry, blueberry pie filling, butter, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg wash, powdered sugar

    ✔️ Cooking Method: oven baked

    ✔️ Cooking Time: 20 minutes

    ✔️ Diets: vegetarian

    ✔️ Special Equipment Needed: sheet pan, pastry blender

    pile of blueberry puff pastries
    close up of blueberry pie bars, one with a bit taken out of it

    INGREDIENTS

    This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for blueberry pie puff pastry bars, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements and printable instructions, see the recipe card below.

    You may have all of these blueberry puff pastry ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

    • Pantry Ingredients: blueberry pie filling, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, powdered
    • Refrigerated/Frozen Ingredients: puff pastry, butter, egg

    VARIATIONS

    This quick and easy puff pastry recipe does not only work with blueberry pie filling, but also tastes great with apple, cherry or peach pie filling, for example.

    ingredients for blueberry puff pastry

    WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love blueberry treats then you’ll love our Blueberry Hand Pies.

    INSTRUCTIONS

    This section shows how to cook blueberry pie bars in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

    PREPARE: Preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    four puff pastry squares on a baking sheet
    scoring the puff pastry squares with a knife

    SHAPE THE PASTRY DOUGH: First, cut each sheet of pastry into 4 squares, then score the edges with a knife. Whisk together the egg and water in a small bowl, and brush the edges of the puff pastry squares with the egg wash. Poke the middle part of the squares with a fork 3-4 times. (Do not poke the edges!)

    egg washing the edges of the puff pastry
    adding the blueberry pie filling to the pastry squares

    FILL THE PASTRY: Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of blueberry pie filling into the center of each square. Using a pastry blender, mix all the topping ingredients together in a bowl. Then sprinkle the mixture on top of the blueberry filling.

    blueberry puff pastry topping in a bowl with a pastry blender
    topping on blueberry pie bars

    BAKE AND GLAZE: Bake for 20 minutes or until puffed up and golden brown. Let the pastries cool for a bit, while you mix the glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the pastries using a fork or a piping bag. Serve.

    baked blueberry pie bars on a baking sheet
    water icing being drizzled over the blueberry pastries

    WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love puff pastries then you’ll love our mouthwatering Mini Chocolate Puff Pastries.

    Pastry Blender – We love using this pastry blender to work butter into flour and sugar. Works quick and keeps the mess to a minimum.

    TIPS FOR THE BEST BLUEBERRY PUFF PASTRY

    Follow these tips to make the best blueberry pie bars.

    ✔️ Defrost your puff pastry before unrolling it. If you try to unroll it while it’s still frozen it will crack.

    ✔️ Bake until all the puff pastry looks puffed and golden. In some ovens you might need to turn your baking sheet around halfway through cooking to get even cooking.

    ✔️ Allow the pastry to cool a bit before applying the glaze.

    HOW TO STORE

    Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate or store on the counter for up to 3 days.

    Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Defrosting: A great way to defrost blueberry pastries is in the refrigerator overnight.

    Reheating: Use the microwave, air fryer, or toaster oven to reheat leftovers.

    stacked blueberry pie bars with fresh blueberries

    MORE FRUIT PIE RECIPES

    Summer is the best time to enjoy a crispy, flaky and delicious fruit pie dessert. Have you tried our mouthwatering Cherry Turnovers, Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Hand Pies, or Caramel Apple Cheesecake Hand Pies.

    MORE BLUEBERRY RECIPES

    When blueberries are in season we also love making Blueberry French Toast Casserole, Cream Cheese Filled Blueberry Lemon Bread and Blueberry Lemon Bread with Lemon Glaze.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking blueberry pie puff pastry bars.

    Is it possible to use other fillings for puff pastries?

    Yes, of course! You can use whatever fruit pie filling you prefer. We recommend trying raspberry, apple, cherry or peach, for example.

    Is it better to use homemade or store bought puff pastry?

    We recommend buying puff pastry premade! We prefer the Pepperidge Farms puff pastry you can find in the freezer section of your local grocery store. However, if you’re feeling ambitious you can always make your own!

    Stack of blueberry puff pastries.
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    Blueberry Puff Pastry

    These crispy and flaky puff pastries filled with mouthwatering blueberry pie filling are amazingly delicious and the perfect summer dessert. This blueberry puff pastry can be eaten any time of day.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, vegetarian
    Keyword blueberry pie bars, blueberry pie puff pastry bars, blueberry puff pastry, puff pastry recipe
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 8 pastries
    Calories 638kcal
    Author Andrea + Stef

    Equipment

    • baking sheet
    • parchment paper
    • knife
    • pastry brush
    • mixing bowls
    • pastry blender (or 2 forks)

    Ingredients

    • 2 sheets puff pastry defrosted
    • 1 can blueberry pie filling

    Topping Ingredients:

    • ½ cup unsalted butter slightly softened
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • ⅔ cup brown sugar packed
    • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

    Egg Wash Ingredients:

    • 1 egg
    • 1 tablespoon water

    Glaze Ingredients:

    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 1-2 Tbsp water

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the puff pastry from sticking to the pan.
    • Open the defrosted puff pastry dough. Cut each puff pastry piece into 4 rectangles.
      four puff pastry squares on a baking sheet
    • Place pieces on parchment paper on the baking sheet.
    • Using a knife, cut a shallow score (cut) about ½” all the way around the outside of each pastry piece.
      using a knife to score the puff pastry squares
    • In a small bowl, whisk together egg and water. Brush the edges with egg wash.
      egg washing the edges of the puff pastry
    • Poke the pastry (except the edges) with a fork 3-4 times.
    • Spread 2-3 tablespoons of blueberry pie filling inside the scored edges.
      adding the blueberry pie filling to the pastry squares
    • In a medium bowl, mix topping ingredients together with 2 forks or a pastry blender.
      blueberry puff pastry topping in a bowl with a pastry blender
    • Sprinkle some topping over the blueberry filling.
      topping on blueberry pie bars
    • Bake for 20 minutes or until puff pastry is puffed up and the topping is golden.
      baked blueberry pie bars on a baking sheet
    • While the pastries are cooling down, mix powdered sugar and water in a small bowl. Use a fork or piping bag to drizzle the glaze over the pastries. Serve.
      drizzling glaze over the puff pastry

    Notes

    • You may need to bake these in 2 batches, depending on the size of your baking sheet.
    • Use lemon juice for the glaze instead of water for a slight hint of tart lemon flavor.
    • Serve while warm or refrigerate for later.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 638kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 385IU | Vitamin C: 0.001mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg

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    ]]>     This insanely delicious oven baked cherry turnover recipe comes together quickly by using store-bought pie filling and ready made puff pastry. Cherry turnovers combine a sweet and flaky crust with a delicious and juicy cherry filling. This hand held summer treat makes the perfect dessert for any dinner, potluck or picnic.

    pile of cherry turnovers on a plate, one cut in half to expose the filling

    You can serve these mini cherry hand pies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or other ice cream of your choice to make it an extra special sweet treat.

    If you need a delicious fruity summer dessert that is done in only 30 minutes, puff pastry turnovers are just the recipe for you.

    Table Of Contents
    1. WHAT IS A TURNOVER?
  • CHERRY TURNOVER INGREDIENTS
  • INSTRUCTIONS
  • RECOMMENDED TOOLS
  • TIPS FOR THE BEST CHERRY TURNOVER
  • HOW TO STORE
  • MORE MINI PIE RECIPES
  • MORE PUFF PASTRY RECIPES
  • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • Cherry Turnover

    • WHAT IS A TURNOVER?

    A turnover is made from pastry dough, mostly puff pastry (homemade or store bought), rough puff pastry or pie crust, and filled with fruity fillings such as apple, cherry, blueberry or peach. Baked golden brown in the oven they are crispy and flaky on the outside with a sweet and delicious filling in the middle. They are the perfect hand held summer dessert.

    ❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS CHERRY HAND PIE RECIPE

    ✔️ Notable: perfectly crispy crust and succulent cherry filling

    ✔️ Main Ingredients. puff pastry and cherry pie filling

    ✔️ Cooking Method: oven baked

    ✔️ Time. Ready in less than 30 minutes, start to finish

    ✔️ Diets: vegetarian

    Cherry turnovers on parchment paper.
    Stacked cherry turnovers.
    cherry hand pies on a plate, one cut in half to expose the filling, bowl of cherries in the background

    CHERRY TURNOVER INGREDIENTS

    This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for cherry turnovers, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements and printable instructions, see the recipe card below.

    You may have all of these hand pie ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts.

    • Puff Pastry: Buy premade! However, you can always make your own if you’re feeling ambitious! We prefer the Pepperidge Farms puff pastry. You can find it in the freezer section of your local grocery store.
    • Cherry Pie Filling: Or you can substitute your favorite canned pie filling.
    • Egg: The egg wash helps sealing the edges of the turnover together.
    • Powdered Sugar
    • Heavy Cream or Corn Syrup: Light corn syrup gives your glaze a great consistency and adds a nice sheen to the finished hand pies.

    VARIATIONS: Try Different Fillings!

    OTHER FRUITY FILLINGS – In case cherry pie is not your favorite pie, you can choose any other fruit pie filling that you prefer, such as raspberry, apple, peach or blueberry.

    CHEESECAKE COMBINATION – Another insanely delicious filling for hand pies is cheesecake. You can combine your cheesecake filling with a fruit filling or even peanut butter and chocolate. We love caramel apple cheesecake or chocolate peanut butter cheesecake hand pies.

    ingredients for cherry turnovers

    WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love puff pastry then you’ll love our MINI CHOCOLATE PUFF PASTRIES.

    INSTRUCTIONS

    This section shows how to cook cherry turnovers in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full instructions, nutritional information, to print the recipe or to have the recipe scaled to double or triple, see the recipe card below.

    PREPARE: Preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll the defrosted puff pastry and cut each sheet into 4 squares.

    🔴 TIP: Defrost your puff pastry before unrolling it. If you try to unroll it while it’s still frozen it will crack.

    Pastry squares with cherry pie filling on top.
    Pastry squares with cherry pie filling on top. Brush basting edges.

    ASSEMBLE PIES: First, spoon 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each square, then brush the edges with egg wash. Fold the squares over into triangles, press the edges together to seal and crimp with a fork. Transfer the turnovers onto the baking sheet and cut 3 little slits into the top of each mini pie with a knife.

    🔴 TIP: A little filling goes a long way. If you overfill the turnover it will be difficult to close without the cherry filling spilling out the edges.

    Turnovers folded over and being pinched with a fork on a baking sheet.
    Scoring top with a knife.

    BAKE: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is all puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven to cool.

    🔴 TIP: Make sure your turnovers bake evenly. In some ovens you might need to turn your baking sheet around halfway through cooking.

    Glaze whisked in a bowl.
    Glaze brushed onto homemade cherry turnovers.

    GLAZE AND SERVE: In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar and heavy cream (or corn syrup). Then glaze the cooled turnovers and allow to set for a few minutes. Serve.

    🔴 TIP: For a smoother glaze, use corn syrup. The glaze made with heavy cream is a creamier glaze but can look cracked when cooled.

    Cherry turnovers on parchment.
    Stack of cherry turnovers.

    WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love cherry pie filling then you’ll love our CHERRY CHEESECAKE HAND PIES.

    Pastry Brush– A pastry brush is perfect for brushing glaze on pastry.

    TIPS FOR THE BEST CHERRY TURNOVER

    Follow these tips to make the best cherry hand pie.

    ✔️ Defrost your puff pastry before unrolling it. If you try to unroll it while it’s still frozen it will crack.

    ✔️ Don’t skip the egg wash! The egg wash helps seal the edges together and therefore prevents the pastry from opening while cooking.

    ✔️ A little filling goes a long way. If you overfill the turnover it will be difficult to close without the cherry filling spilling out the edges. It isn’t the end of the world if that happens. Just clean it off your baking sheet so it doesn’t burn.

    ✔️ Bake until all the puff pastry looks puffed and golden. In some ovens you might need to turn your baking sheet around halfway through cooking to get even cooking.

    ✔️ Allow the pastry to cool before applying glaze.

    HOW TO STORE

    Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate or store on the counter for up to 3 days.

    Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Defrosting: A great way to defrost is in the refrigerator overnight.

    Reheating: Use the microwave, air fryer, or toaster oven to reheat leftovers.

    stack of cherry hand pies with hand holding half a turnover

    MORE MINI PIE RECIPES

    We love fruity hand pies, because they are super quick and easy to make and there are just so many different flavor options. They are a great dessert for a dinner party, potluck or summer picnic.

    Raspberry hand pies, peach hand pies, caramel apple cheesecake hand pies or chocolate dipped strawberry hand pies are some of our absolute favorites.

    MORE PUFF PASTRY RECIPES

    Store bought puff pastry is very convenient as you can store it in the freezer for quite a while and it defrosts quickly. Additionally you can use it for either sweet or savory treats. We love turning puff pastry into mini chocolate puff pastries or easy vegetarian pasties, for example.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking handmade cherry turnovers.

    How do I stop the filling from leaking out of my hand pies?

    It is very important not to overfill your hand pies and to make sure the edges of the pastry stay clean. Brush the edges with water or egg wash, press together with a fork or your fingers, then crimp the edges. This should prevent juices from running out.

    Is there a difference between a turnover and a hand pie?

    The only real differences are in the shape (had pies are usually round) and in the dough that is used. Turnovers are often made with puff pastry, but can also be made with a pie crust as well.

    Is it possible to use other fillings for turnovers?

    Yes, of course! You can use whatever fruit pie filling you prefer. We recommend trying raspberry, apple, blueberry or peach.

    Stack of handmade cherry turnovers.
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    Cherry Turnover

    These crispy and flaky puff pastry turnovers filled with mouthwatering cherry pie filling are amazingly delicious and the perfect summer dessert.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Keyword cherry handpie recipe, cherry turnover, handmade cherry turnover recipe, hot to make a turnover with puff pastry
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 472kcal
    Author Andrea + Stef

    Equipment

    • pastry brush
    • baking sheet lined with parchment paper
    • fork and knife
    • small mixing bowl
    • whisk

    Ingredients

    • 2 sheets puff pastry defrosted
    • 1 can cherry pie filling
    • 1 egg
    • 1 tablespoon water

    Glaze Ingredients:

    • ½ cup powdered sugar
    • 2-3 tablespoon heavy cream (or use corn syrup)

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Roll out the defrosted pastry sheets on a lightly floured cutting board or parchment paper.
      rolled out puff pastry sheet
    • Cut each puff pastry sheet into 4 squares.
    • Spoon about 2 tablespoons of pie filling into the center of the puff pastry dough.
      Pastry squares with cherry pie filling on top.
    • In a small bowl, whisk the egg and water together to make an egg wash.
    • Brush the edges of the pastry square with the egg wash.
      Pastry squares with cherry pie filling on top. Brush basting edges.
    • Gently fold the pastry square over to make a triangle, keeping pie filling inside.
    • Gently press together edges. Transfer pastry to the baking sheet.
      pastry squares folded into triangles on a baking sheet
    • Using a fork, crimp edges to seal.
      Turnovers folded over and being pinched with a fork on a baking sheet.
    • Use a knife to cut 3 slits in the top of the pastry.
      Scoring top with a knife.
    • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is all puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven to cool.
    • In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar and heavy cream to make the glaze (or corn syrup).
      Glaze whisked in a bowl.
    • Once turnovers have cooled mostly, spread glaze over the top of the turnover. Allow to set for a few minutes before serving.
      Glaze brushed onto homemade cherry turnovers.

    Notes

    • The glaze made with heavy cream is a creamier glaze but can look cracked when cooled. For a smoother glaze, use corn syrup.
    • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 237IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

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    ]]>     https://familydinners.com/cherry-turnover/feed/ 0     Mini Chocolate Puff Pastries https://familydinners.com/mini-chocolate-puff-pastries/ https://familydinners.com/mini-chocolate-puff-pastries/#comments Tue, 09 Nov 2021 01:54:32 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=2788 These mini chocolate filled puff pastries are the easiest dessert to make while looking and tasting delicious!

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    ]]>     Whether you call these pan au chocolat, mini chocolate filled croissants or chocolate puff pastries, these are one of the easiest desserts you can make! These mini chocolate puff pastries are homemade without hours of work. These delicious small pastries will be a staple in your home.

    These make a great holiday dessert, breakfast sweet treat or just a little something to make the family on a weeknight. A little oven baked chocolate puff pastry roll will taste great anytime.

    chocolate puff pastries with gooey chocolate oozing out

    ❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    ✔️ Store bought puff pastry dough is easy to work with. Just unroll them and cut them to the size you need.

    ✔️ We’ve made these dozens of times to get them just right! Follow our great tips for perfect mini pastries every time!

    ✔️ No complicated ingredients! With just a few store bought ingredients these take very little effort for a HUGE reward.

    puff pastries with bite out and warm chocolate oozing out
    stack of puff pastries on a wood table

    MINI CHOCOLATE PUFF PASTRY INGREDIENTS

    You may have all of these ingredients for this easy recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this delicious recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients. Ingredient amounts in recipe card below.

    • PUFF PASTRY: Buy these premade! You can always make your own if you’re feeling ambitious! We prefer the Pepperidge Farms puff pastry you can find in the freezer section of your local grocery store. If you can’t find it you could always try crescent dough and make mini croissants.
    • FILLING: Use any kind of chocolate you like. We tried many different types and found the Hershey’s Special Dark melted and tasted the best. In a pinch you can use chocolate chips. We do not recommend using candy melts.
    • TOPPING: You’ll need an egg and water to make an egg wash before baking. Once cooked, top with powdered sugar.

    PUFF PASTRY DESSERT RECIPE VARIATIONS

    Consider some of these variations for a change of flavor for your mini puff pastry:

    FILL with strawberries, peaches, raspberries, mixed berries, cherry pie filling, apple pie filling (like an apple turnover), jam, mixed chocolate (layer with white chocolate, dark chocolate and milk chocolate), banana and nutella, peanut butter and chocolate, or cream cheese filling.

    TOP with whipped cream, a scoop of ice cream, pecans, slices of almond cinnamon and sugar, chocolate drizzle or glaze.

    mini chocolate puff pastry ingredients on the counter - eggs, powdered sugar, puff pastry, chocolate and water

    INSTRUCTIONS

    Follow the full instructions and kitchen tips and quick tips for the best way to make this recipe. Don’t forget to check the prep time and cook time in the recipe card below before you begin.

    PREHEAT OVEN: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a cookie sheet with a piece of parchment paper and set aside.

    THAW PASTRY: Remove puff pastry sheets from the freezer and allow to thaw for at least 15 minutes before working with them.

    Puff pastry dough, chocolate Hershey bars, eggs, and powdered sugar
    unrolled puff pastry sheet on cutting board

    CUT PASTRY: Unfold one sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface or parchment paper. Cut into 8 equal pieces.

    ADD CHOCOLATE: Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the dark chocolate in the center of each puff pastry section. You could also try semi-sweet chocolate chips or bittersweet chocolate.

    puff pastry cut into 8 rectangles
    chocolate squares centered on puff pastry

    MAKE EGG WASH: Prepare the egg wash by whisking together in a small bowl the egg (including egg yolk) and 1 tablespoon of room temperature water.

    hand folding puff pastry over chocolate
    egg wash in a bowl

    SEAL AND BRUSH: Fold the sides of the pastry over the chocolate and wrap the top piece over the side and press into the bottom of the packet to seal. You can add a bit of egg wash between the pastry on the seam side where you are sealing it to help hold it together. Place folded pastries on prepared cookie sheet and brush top of each puff pastry square with egg wash. Brush sides as well.

    BAKE: Bake for about 14-15 minutes, until the puff pastry is golden brown.

    hand brushing egg wash on pastry
    8 mini uncooked puff pastries on a baking sheet

    REPEAT: Repeat with the second sheet of puff pastry dough.

    DUST WITH SUGAR: Dust with powdered sugar and serve. Pastries are best served warm.

    powdered sugar dusting over puff pastry
    mini chocolate puff pastries stacked.

    ⚠️ TIPS FOR THE BEST CHOCOLATE PUFF PASTRIES

    ✔️ Dark or milk chocolate will work for these. Hershey’s brand works well. We tried a couple other brands of chocolate bar/varieties and the chocolate leaked from the pastry packet and burned. Hershey’s bars are easy to use because they are already sectioned off. Just snap into four equal sections.

    ✔️ Sealing the wrapped dough onto the underside of the pastry helps these to maintain a symmetrical shape when cooking. Brush the edges you’re going to seal with the egg wash. Then use your fingers to press the edges sealed.

    ✔️ Place pastries on baking sheet sealed side down. We’ve had the best luck with these turning out perfectly when the seam is well sealed and tucked under the bottom. While cooking, the pastry will puff up and the seam may begin to separate some. If it does this, don’t worry, it will still taste great!

    STORAGE TIPS

    Storing your food properly is important to prevent spoiling or food poisoning.

    Store: Store mini chocolate puff pastries in an airtight container or ziploc bag and store on the counter for up to 2 days if you can’t eat it the next day.

    Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

    chocolate pastry puff

    MORE MINI DESSERT RECIPES

    If you love this mini pastry recipes you’ll love our mini upside down pineapple cakes, hand pies, apple pie, and our deep fried cheesecake bites!

    See this puff pastry recipe in google stories.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    How do you reheat chocolate pastries?

    If you want to reheat the chocolate filled puff pastries just reheat the oven and heat for a few minutes until the pastry is warm. Do not microwave.

    Can you use premade pie crust to make mini chocolate pastries?

    Yes, you can! They will be a bit more like a mini pie than a puffy pastry but will still be very tasty.

    Stack of mini chocolate filled pasty puffs with powdered sugar on top
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    Chocolate Pastry Puffs

    Quick and easy chocolate puff pastries use frozen puff pastry sheets and pure chocolate. Fold and bake for a simple and delicious treat!
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine french
    Keyword chocolate croissants, chocolate puff pastry, mini puff pastry, puff pastry dessert
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Servings 16 mini pastries
    Calories 236kcal
    Author Andrea + Stef

    Ingredients

    • 17.3 oz. package puff pastry sheets
    • 4 – 1.55 oz. Hershey’s dark chocolate candy bars
    • 1 egg
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • Powdered sugar for dusting

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    • Remove puff pastry sheets from the freezer and allow to thaw for at least 15 minutes before working with them.
      unrolled puff pastry sheet on cutting board
    • Unfold one sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 8 equal pieces.
      puff pastry cut into 8 rectangles
    • Break candy bars into sections – there should be four sections in each candy bar.
      chocolate squares centered on puff pastry
    • Place the chocolate in the center of each puff pastry section.
      hand folding puff pastry over chocolate
    • Prepare the egg wash by whisking together the egg and 1 tablespoon of water.
    • Fold the sides of the pastry over the chocolate and wrap the top piece over the side and press into the bottom of the packet to seal. You can add a bit of egg wash between the pastry where you are sealing it to help hold it together.
      egg wash in a bowl
    • Place folded pastries on prepared cookie sheet and brush tops and sides with egg wash.
      hand brushing egg wash on pastry
    • Bake for about 14-15 minutes, until the puff pastry is golden brown.
      golden brown puff pastry
    • Repeat with the second sheet of puff pastry dough.
    • Dust with powdered sugar and serve. Pastries can be served warm or cold.
      powdered sugar dusting over puff pastry

    Notes

    Store in an airtight container 1-2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
    Make these any size you’d like.
    Dark or milk chocolate will work for these. Hershey’s brand works well. We tried a couple other brands of chocolate bar/varieties and the chocolate leaked from the pastry packet and burned.
    Sealing the wrapped dough onto the underside of the pastry helps these to maintain a symmetrical shape when cooking.
    The egg wash will help the pastry dough stick to itself when sealing. It also gives a nice golden sheen to the baked pastry.
    Pastries are best served warm just out of the oven.
    Hershey’s bars are easy to use because they are already sectioned off. Just snap into four equal sections.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 99mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 2mg

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