Jam & Cream Cheese Filled Turnovers

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Jam & Cream Cheese Filled Turnovers, a sweet pastry delight

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 sheets frozen puff pastry , thawed ( approx 1 lb )
	3/4 cup cream cheese
	3/4 cup jam ( apricot , cherry , orange marmalade , any ! )
	1 large egg
	1 teaspoon water
	1 1/2 tablespoons sugar , to sprinkle

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

323

Sugar

15g

Fat

21g

Jam & Cream Cheese Filled Turnovers are a sweet pastry delight that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a delicious dessert or a mid-day snack, these turnovers are sure to satisfy your craving for something sweet. The combination of cream cheese and jam create a creamy and sweet filling that is wrapped in a light and flaky pastry. Best of all, these turnovers are easy to make and can be customized with any flavor of jam that you like. So why not add a little sweetness to your day with these tasty turnovers?

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.	Cut the puff pastry into 8 squares.
3.	In a small bowl, whisk together the cream cheese and jam until smooth.
4.	Spoon 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each square of puff pastry.
5.	In a small bowl, whisk the egg and water together to create an egg wash. Brush the edges of the squares with the egg wash, then fold the pastry over to form a triangle and use a fork to crimp the edges together.
6.	Place on a baking sheet and brush the tops of each triangle with the egg wash.
7.	Sprinkle the sugar over the tops of each triangle.
8.	Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the turnovers are golden brown and puffed.

PROS

These turnovers are a sweet and delicious treat, perfect for dessert or a mid-day snack.

They are easy to make and can be customized with any flavor of jam.

CONS

As with most pastries, these turnovers contain a high amount of sugar and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, these turnovers contain some nutrients from the cream cheese and jam.
They provide a source of calcium and vitamin C, both important for bone health and immune function.