The Skinny Girl with Fat Appetite Apple Turnovers
Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with "The Skinny Girl with Fat Appetite Apple Turnovers," a lighter twist on a classic dessert that doesn’t skimp on flavor! These flaky, golden turnovers feature a mouthwatering filling of tender Granny Smith apples, sweetened naturally with honey and spiced with warm cinnamon and vanilla. Wrapped in crisp, buttery layers of phyllo dough and baked to perfection, they’re the ultimate treat for those craving a balance of indulgence and health-conscious ingredients. Ready in just 35 minutes, these turnovers are perfect for a quick dessert, classy brunch addition, or seasonal snack. Serve warm and finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant, irresistible touch. Perfect for apple dessert lovers looking for a lower-calorie option that still satisfies their cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 6 sheets Store-bought phyllo dough sheets
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel and core the Granny Smith apples, then chop them into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped apples, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir until the apples start to soften, about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add this to the apple mixture and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool briefly.
On a clean surface, lay out one phyllo dough sheet and lightly brush it with melted butter. Place another phyllo sheet on top and brush again. Repeat this until you have a stack of 3 buttered sheets.
Cut the stacked phyllo sheets into two long rectangles.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the apple filling at one end of each rectangle. Fold the corner of the dough over the filling to form a triangle. Continue folding, maintaining the triangle shape, until you reach the other end of the strip. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
Arrange the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with melted butter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the turnovers are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.1 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 693 mg | 15% | |
*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.
