Craving a bakery-style treat without the hassle? These Blueberry Turnovers with Puff Pastry are the answer! With a golden, flaky crust and a luscious homemade blueberry filling, they’re unbelievably easy to make—and even easier to devour.
Love fruity, flaky treats? Try these Mini Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Bites for a bite-sized delight, or go classic with Old Fashioned Blueberry Cobbler.
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Blueberry turnovers are a type of pastry made with puff pastry dough and filled with a sweet blueberry mixture. Making their beginning in European bakeries, these pastries have become a delicious treat worldwide. They're often enjoyed for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
If you like this fruity dessert recipe, you may also love our Lemon Ricotta Cake with Fresh Raspberries or The Best Ever Lemon Loaf Recipe.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: Ready in just 35 minutes, perfect for busy schedules. Want another quick alternative? This Easy Southern Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix has you covered!
- Healthy Ingredients: Made with fresh blueberries for a nutritious twist.
- Kid-Friendly: Fun to make with kids and loved by the whole family.
- Versatile: Great for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
Blueberry Turnover Ingredients
- Puff Pastry: Using store-bought puff pastry makes this recipe quick and easy. Look for it in the frozen section of your grocery store.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries work best, but frozen can be used if thawed and drained. For more ways to enjoy blueberries, toss a handful into this Grilled Peach Salad or this Strawberry, Blueberry, and Blackberry Spinach Salad. for a fresh twist!
- Sugar: Granulated sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness to the blueberry filling.
- Cornstarch: Helps to thicken the blueberry filling and prevent it from being too runny.
- Lemon Juice: Adds a touch of acidity to balance the sweetness and enhance the blueberry flavor.
- Egg: Used for the egg wash to give the turnovers a golden, shiny finish.
- Coarse Sugar (Optional): Sprinkled on top for added sweetness and texture.
A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Substitutions and Variations
- Blueberries: Swap with raspberries, strawberries, cherries or mixed berries.
- Lemon Juice: Use orange juice for a different citrus flavor.
How to Make Blueberry Turnovers
STEP 1: Prepare the Oven and Blueberries
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, mix together the blueberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until the blueberries are well coated.
STEP 2: Prepare the Puff Pastry
On a lightly floured surface, unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into 4 equal squares.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the blueberry mixture in the center of each square
STEP 3: Assemble
In a small bowl, mix the beaten egg with water. Brush the edges of the pastry squares with the egg wash.
Fold each square into a triangle, pressing the edges together with a fork to seal.
STEP 4: Bake and Serve
Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the turnovers are golden brown and puffed. Serve warm.
Expert Tips for Success
👩🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!
✔️ DO Make sure the puff pastry is thawed but still cold to ensure it puffs up properly.
✔️ DO Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the puff pastry for clean edges.
❌ DO NOT Overfill the turnovers to prevent the filling from leaking out.
How Should I Store and Reheat this Recipe?
Store leftover turnovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
Recipe FAQs
Blueberry turnovers are made by filling puff pastry squares with a mixture of fresh blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. The pastry is then folded into triangles, sealed, brushed with an egg wash, and baked until golden brown.
We prefer this look, but if you want to avoid it, don’t overfill the turnovers and ensure the edges are sealed tightly.
Yes, assemble the turnovers and freeze them unbaked. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
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Blueberry Turnovers with Puff Pastry
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Medium Bowl
- Small bowl
- Fork
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 package 2 sheets puff pastry thawed
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the blueberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until the blueberries are well coated.
- On a lightly floured surface, unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into 4 equal squares.
- Place about 2 tablespoons of the blueberry mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.
- In a small bowl, mix the beaten egg with the water. Brush the edges of the pastry squares with the egg wash.
- Fold each square into a triangle, pressing the edges together with a fork to seal.
- Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the turnovers are golden brown and puffed. Serve warm.
Notes
- Blueberries: Swap with raspberries, strawberries, cherries or mixed berries.
- Lemon Juice: Use orange juice for a different citrus flavor.
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