Kid's Favorite Sloppy Joe Turnovers

Transform mealtime into a fun, family-friendly event with these savory Kid's Favorite Sloppy Joe Turnovers! Packed with seasoned ground beef, tangy ketchup, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, these turnovers combine the classic flavors of Sloppy Joes with the flaky, golden crust of handheld pastries. Perfectly portioned for little hands, they're filled with melty cheddar cheese and sealed with love, making them an irresistible treat for kids and adults alike. Using refrigerated pie crust or crescent roll dough, these turnovers are quick to assemble, making them a lifesaver for busy weeknights or party appetizers. Ready in just 45 minutes, they deliver comfort food in a playful, portable form—guaranteed to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely diced
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon mustard (yellow or Dijon)
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 package refrigerated pie crust or crescent roll dough
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 unit egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the finely diced onion to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

Step 5

On a clean work surface, roll out the pie crust or crescent roll dough. Cut it into 6 equal rectangles or circles, depending on the dough used.

Step 6

Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the Sloppy Joe filling onto one side of each piece of dough, leaving a border around the edges.

Step 7

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the filling.

Step 8

Fold the dough over the filling to create a turnover shape, and press the edges together with a fork to seal.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the turnovers with the egg wash.

Step 10

Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.

Step 11

Allow the turnovers to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1389.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4462.8

Total Fat 292.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 623.6mg	0%
Sodium 5281.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 319.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 58.2g
Protein 153.2g	0%

Vitamin D 71.8IU	0%
Calcium 991.0mg	0%
Iron 27.8mg	0%
Potassium 2128.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 28.2%