Loretta Lynn's Apple Turnovers

Delight in the comforting flavors of *Loretta Lynn’s Apple Turnovers*, a timeless classic that captures the essence of homemade warmth and nostalgia. Featuring a buttery, flaky pastry made from scratch and a luscious filling of tart Granny Smith apples spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, these turnovers deliver the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The recipe’s easy-to-follow steps include making a simple, foolproof dough and crafting a perfectly thickened apple filling that’s spooned into golden, caramelized pockets of perfection. Ideal for family gatherings, weekend baking projects, or a cozy dessert, these turnovers can be topped with a dusting of powdered sugar for that final elegant touch. With just 45 minutes of prep time, this treat is perfect for any home baker looking for a show-stopping yet approachable dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 6 tablespoons Ice water
• 4 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Milk
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and work it into the flour with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3

While the dough chills, prepare the apple filling. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Cook until the apples soften, about 10 minutes.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the apple filling and cook for another 2 minutes until the filling thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut the dough into 6-inch squares.

Step 7

Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the apple filling onto the center of each dough square. Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle and press the edges together with a fork to seal.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create an egg wash. Brush each turnover with the egg wash.

Step 9

Using a sharp knife, cut a small slit on the top of each turnover to allow steam to escape while baking.

Step 10

Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the turnovers from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar for an optional garnish before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1751.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3664.5

Total Fat 203.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 737.5mg	0%
Sodium 1348.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 445.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.0g	0%
Total Sugars 214.3g
Protein 36.9g	0%

Vitamin D 176.9IU	0%
Calcium 228.0mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 1457.2mg	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: 48.7%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 47.4%