Spiced Pear and Almond Turnovers Recipe

Name: Spiced Pear and Almond Turnovers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (17-ounce) package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed overnight in the refrigerator; 3 ripe, firm pears, peeled, cored, and cut into small chunks; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger; Pinch of kosher salt; 1 large egg, beaten with 1 teaspoon warm water; 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Servings: persons

1 (17-ounce) package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed overnight in the refrigerator
3 ripe, firm pears, peeled, cored, and cut into small chunks
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch of kosher salt
1 large egg, beaten with 1 teaspoon warm water
1/2 cup sliced almonds

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and arrange a rack in the middle.
2
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
3
Roll out each sheet of pastry into a 12-inch square.
4
Trim the edges, then cut each pastry sheet into 4 equal squares.
5
Place the squares on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for about 10 minutes while you make the filling.
6
In a bowl, toss together the pear chunks, lemon juice, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
7
Remove the pastry squares from the fridge and arrange them evenly on your workspace.
8
Brush a thin layer of the egg mixture around the border of half of each square.
9
Divide the filling among the pastry squares, placing it in the middle of the square.
10
Fold the dough over the filling to make a triangle and press the edges with a fork to seal.
11
Brush the tops with the remaining egg mixture, cut slits in the top, then sprinkle with almonds.
12
Place on the prepared baking sheet, arranging them evenly on the sheet.
13
Bake until the turnovers are puffed and golden brown and oozing juice, about 25 to 30 minutes.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (17-ounce) package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed overnight in the refrigerator, 3 ripe, firm pears, peeled, cored, and cut into small chunks, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Spiced Pear and Almond Turnovers Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!