Turkish Apple Turnovers – Elmali Kurabuje

Turkish Apple Turnovers - Elmali Kurabuje recipe pinit

Elmali Kurabuje is a popular Turkish pastry filled with apples and spices. It is often enjoyed with a cup of Turkish tea.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr
Servings: 6 Calories: 1680
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Peel and core the apples, then cut them into small cubes.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook until the apples are soft and the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally.
  4. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into squares.
  5. Place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each square.
  6. Fold the squares diagonally to form triangles and seal the edges with a fork.
  7. Place the turnovers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Brush the turnovers with beaten egg.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Allow the turnovers to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 280kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Sugars 15g
Protein 3g6%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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