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Butterscotch Pear Turnovers

Butterscotch Pear Turnovers: Fall's Flaky Sweet Delight

These Butterscotch Pear Turnovers combine juicy pears and rich butterscotch for a delightful pastry perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 turnovers
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 3 medium Bosc Pears or any firm pears if unavailable
  • 1/2 cup Butterscotch Sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon or apple pie spice for variation
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg optional
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Frozen Puff Pastry thawed and kept cold
  • 1 large Egg for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon Water to bind the egg
  • 2 tablespoons Coarse Sugar for topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Knife
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel, core, and dice the Bosc pears into small pieces. In a bowl, combine them with butterscotch sauce, ground cinnamon, and optional nutmeg, then mix gently.
  3. Roll out the thawed puff pastry into a 10x10 inch square and cut it into 4 equal 5x5 inch squares.
  4. Place 2 tablespoons of the pear filling in the center of each pastry square, brush edges with water, fold to form triangles, and press edges to seal.
  5. Beat the egg with water to create an egg wash and brush it onto the tops of each turnover.
  6. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top and cut three small slits on the surface for steam to escape.
  7. Chill turnovers in the freezer for about 10 minutes, then bake for 23-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let the turnovers cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1turnoverCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use firm Bosc pears for best texture. Keep the puff pastry cold for optimal flakiness and do not overfill the turnovers to avoid messy baking.

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