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Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers

Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers

Flaky, delightful turnovers filled with a vibrant mixture of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 turnovers
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Rhubarb Diced into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 2 cups Strawberries Hulled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste based on fruit tartness
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
For the Turnovers
  • 1 package (14.1 oz) Refrigerated Pie Crusts Or puff pastry
  • 1 large Egg Beaten for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon Milk or Water For egg wash
  • 2 tablespoons Coarse Decorating Sugar Optional, for topping

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the filling: In a medium saucepan, combine the diced rhubarb, strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon zest. Stir gently to coat.
  2. Cook the filling: Heat the fruit mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 8-10 minutes, until the rhubarb is slightly softened and the mixture has thickened. Remove from heat and let cool completely (refrigerate for faster cooling).
  3. Prepare the pastry: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll the pie crusts and cut each into 3 equal squares (6 squares total).
  4. Assemble the turnovers: Place about 2 tablespoons of the cooled filling onto one half of each pastry square, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Fold the empty side over the filling to form a triangle shape, pressing the edges together to seal.
  5. Finish and bake: Crimp the edges with a fork to ensure a good seal. Cut two small slits in the top of each turnover to allow steam to escape. Whisk the egg with milk/water to create an egg wash, brush over the tops, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crusts are golden brown and puffy. Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an even flakier pastry, use homemade all-butter pie dough. Ensure the fruit filling is completely cooled before assembling the turnovers, otherwise, the pastry may steam and become soggy.
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