Fresh Cherry Turnovers Recipe

Name: Fresh Cherry Turnovers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cream-Cheese Dough; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 3 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup unsalted butter; 4 ounces cream cheese; 3 -4 tablespoons ice water; Filling; 1 lb bing cherry, pitted and halved; 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon, zest of; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

Cream-Cheese Dough
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter
4 ounces cream cheese
3 -4 tablespoons ice water
Filling
1 lb bing cherry, pitted and halved
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt

1
*Makethe dough: In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade, combine the flour, sugar, ginger, and salt.
2
Pulse until well blended.
3
Add butter and cream cheese to the processor and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal.
4
With processor running, slowly add water and mix just until dough comes together.
5
Form dough into a disk and wrap with plastic wrap.
6
Chill dough for 30 minutes.
7
*Formthe turnovers: In a medium bowl, mix the cherries, lemon zest, lemon juice, cornstarch, and salt together and set aside.
8
*Assemble:Ona lightly floured surface, roll out dough and cut out 6-inch circles.
9
Gather and rechill dough scraps and repeat until 15 dough circles are cut out.
10
Evenly divide the cherry filling among the dough circles.
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Dampen the edge of each dough circle and fold in half over the cherry filling.
12
Lightly press the edges with the tines of a fork to seal each half-moon-shaped turnover.
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Place turnovers on two parchment-lined baking sheets and chill for at least 30 minutes.
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*Bakethe turnovers: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
15
Use a sharp knife to cut 2 or 3 small slits on top of each turnover to create vents.
16
Place turnovers on the middle rack of the oven and bake until crust is golden and cherry juice begins to ooze from the vent holes-- 20 to 25 minutes.
17
Cool turnovers on a wire rack.
18
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

743

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cream-Cheese Dough, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger, and more.

Yes, Fresh Cherry Turnovers falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fresh Cherry Turnovers

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