Sugar-Free Apfeltasche
Indulge in the wholesome charm of our *Sugar-Free Apfeltasche*, a healthier spin on the classic German apple turnover. Crafted with whole wheat flour for a nutty, earthy base and filled with tender, cinnamon-spiced green apples, this guilt-free pastry is naturally sweetened by the fruit’s innate flavor. Flaky, buttery dough wraps the luscious filling, sealed with a golden egg wash for a crisp, bakery-style finish. Perfect as a snack or dessert, these turnovers combine traditional techniques with a modern, no-refined-sugar twist, making them ideal for health-conscious bakers. Quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without the extra sugar.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 125 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 milliliters Cold water
- 3 medium Green apples
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water (for filling)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 Egg
Instructions
Begin by preparing the dough. In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt.
Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and add to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly add cold water to the mixture, stirring gently with a fork until the dough begins to come together.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently until smooth. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
While the dough chills, peel and core the green apples, then dice them into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the apples, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and water. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and the mixture has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the filling cool to room temperature.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle about 1/8 inch thick.
Cut the dough into 6 squares.
Place a spoonful of the apple filling in the center of each square.
Fold each square into a triangle, enclosing the filling, and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the tops of the pastries for a golden finish.
Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your sugar-free Apfeltasche!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.9 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.4 g | 327% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 473 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 1315 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.7 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.2 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1720 mg | 37% | |
*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.
