Description
These irresistible blueberry turnovers are a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Made with flaky puff pastry and a sweet, tangy blueberry filling, they are baked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious powdered sugar icing. Easy to make and sure to impress, these turnovers offer a burst of fresh blueberry flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1.5 cups blueberries (Use fresh or frozen; don’t thaw.)
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar (Enhances sweetness.)
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch (Thickens the filling.)
- 2 Tablespoons water (For cooking down filling.)
- 0.5 units lemon (Zested and juiced.)
Pastry & Assembly
- 1 package frozen puff pastry (Thawed, contains 2 sheets.)
- 1 large egg (Beaten for egg wash.)
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar (For icing.)
- 2 Tablespoons milk (To achieve icing consistency.)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure the turnovers bake evenly and don’t stick.
- Prepare Filling: In a saucepan, combine blueberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon zest and juice. Simmer the mixture over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens into a juicy, cohesive filling.
- Cut Puff Pastry: Cut the thawed puff pastry sheets into 8 squares each, giving you 16 squares total. Handle the pastry gently to keep it flaky.
- Fill Pastry Squares: Spoon a small amount of the blueberry filling into the center of each pastry square, taking care not to overfill to prevent leakage during baking.
- Form Turnovers: Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle, then press the edges firmly with a fork or your fingers to seal completely and keep the filling inside.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each turnover with the beaten egg to give them a golden, shiny finish once baked.
- Bake: Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheets and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until they are puffed up and golden brown.
- Make Icing: While the turnovers cool, whisk powdered sugar and milk together to create a smooth icing. Adjust the milk quantity as needed to reach a drizzle consistency.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the icing over the cooled turnovers and serve to enjoy a perfect balance of flaky, sweet, and tangy flavors.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh blueberries, but frozen can be used if not thawed before cooking.
- Ensure puff pastry sheets are fully thawed to prevent tearing when cutting and folding.
- You can substitute lemon zest with orange zest for a different citrus flavor.
- The turnovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and lightly reheated before serving.
- If you want a crispier bottom, bake on a preheated baking stone or metal tray.
