Cherry Turnovers
Total Time
Prep: 55 min. + chilling Bake: 30 min.
Yield
8 servings
Whip up these effortless cherry turnovers with just four ingredients and 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick dessert or breakfast, this family-friendly recipe is a breeze to make—get the kids involved for a fun kitchen activity!
Ingredients
- 2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 6 tablespoons cold water
- FILLING:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- GLAZE:
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine cherries and sugar. Mash slightly; let stand for 15-20 minutes. Stir in cornstarch until blended. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cinnamon. Cool.
- Divide dough into 8 portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion into a 5-in. circle. Place about 3 tablespoons cherry mixture on 1 side of each circle; fold dough over filling. Press edges with a fork to seal. Prick tops with a fork.
- Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the confectioner's sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Drizzle over warm turnovers. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
1 turnover: 454 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 298mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
This cherry turnover recipe is a welcome treat, especially when served warm from the oven. —Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia
Recipe Creator
Community Cook
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