Home Recipes The best comfort food recipes Strawberry Turnovers Strawberry Turnovers Quick access Ingredients Preparation Comments Ingredients Preparation Comments By: Pamela Rousseau, RD, Registered Dietitian Preparation 30 min Cooking 40 min Refrigeration 1 h 15 Freezing 0 min 16 turnovers Piece of cake (easy) Quick access Ingredients Preparation Comments Ingredients Preparation Comments Peculiarities Nut-free Peanut-free Vegetarian Categories Desserts Thematics Comfort food Desserts Dinner party Gifts Fruity To freeze Strawberry Turnovers Indulge in these heavenly homemade strawberry turnovers! Strawberry turnovers are both simple to make and incredibly delicious! It’s one of the best recipes to savor the delightful fresh strawberries from Quebec. What could be better than a bite that combines the creaminess of the strawberry filling with the crispness of puff pastry? Whether enjoyed cold, hot, or warm, these strawberry turnovers are always a hit. Perfect for finishing off a meal or as a scrumptious snack, this recipe is foolproof, especially during strawberry season! You can freeze this recipe! It’s completely possible to freeze these fruit turnovers. For best results, it’s recommended to freeze the pastries before baking. Consider making a double batch to have some on hand! SIMPLY DELICIOUS: Do you adore refreshing desserts? You’re in luck because BPT has plenty for you! Rhubarb confit panna cotta Classic lemon meringue pie Lemon pavlova Traditional tiramisu Banana ice cream Bonà savoir How to Master the Perfect Fruit Turnovers? To create beautiful strawberry turnovers, it’s crucial not to overload them with filling. Otherwise, they might crack and release excessive strawberry pieces. Furthermore, the slits on top of the turnovers also help release steam and prevent them from becoming misshapen. Additionally, make sure the puff pastry is always chilled to prevent any deformation. Strawberry Turnovers Metric system Imperial system Strawberry Turnovers Strawberries, diced - 4 cups 1 L To discover! Sugar - ¾ cup 180 mL To discover! Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons 30 mL To discover! Vanilla bean - 1 bean 1 bean To discover! Corn starch - 2 tablespoons 30 mL To discover! Puff pastry - 4 rolls, 200 g each 4 rolls, 200 g each To discover! Beaten-egg mixture Egg, beaten - 1 large egg 1 large egg To discover! Water - 1 tablespoon 15 mL To discover! Vanilla glaze Powdered sugar - ½ cup 125 mL To discover! Water - 2 teaspoons 10 mL To discover! Vanilla extract - ½ teaspoon 2.5 mL To discover! Preparation Switch to cook mode Strawberry Turnovers Step 1 First, in a saucepan, mix the strawberries and white sugar. Let them macerate for 10 minutes. Step 2 Next, add the lemon juice, vanilla bean seeds, cornstarch, and bring the mixture to a boil. Then, let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the mixture thickens. Step 3 Refrigerate the strawberry filling for at least 1 hour. Step 4 Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. Step 5 On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to a thickness of ¼ inch (6 mm) and cut into four squares. Then, cut each square of dough into four smaller squares. Step 6 Combine the ingredients for the beaten egg mixture. Brush two adjacent sides of each pastry square with the mixture. Step 7 Place approximately 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of strawberry filling in the center of each square and fold it to form triangles. Use a fork to press the edges and seal the pastry. Step 8 Place the turnovers on the baking sheets. Use a knife to make two slits in the center of each turnover. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the ingredients for the vanilla glaze, adding water if needed. Step 9 Finally, bake the turnovers in the oven for approximately 25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow them to cool slightly and drizzle with a vanilla glaze or dust with powdered sugar. Like it? Share it!