These warm, cozy honey apple turnovers taste like the very best parts of fall wrapped inside flaky puff pastry. Made with fresh apples, cinnamon, and a drizzle of Honey House Clover Honey, they come together in minutes and bake into the sweetest little treats — golden, sticky, and perfect with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Effortless and fast: Uses store-bought puff pastry and simple ingredients you likely already have.

• Naturally sweetened: Our raw, American-sourced Honey House Clover Honey adds delicate floral sweetness and caramelizes beautifully in the oven.

• Perfectly cozy: Warm cinnamon apples tucked into flaky pastry make this ideal for fall mornings or easy entertaining.

• Picture-perfect finish: Flipping the turnovers after baking reveals glossy honey-caramelized apples.

• Versatile treat: Enjoy for breakfast, dessert, or with an afternoon coffee.

• Kid-friendly and crowd-pleasing: Simple flavors everyone will love — no complicated techniques required.

Ingredients

• 1 medium apple, thinly sliced

• 3 tbsp Honey House Clover Honey

• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

• Juice from 1/2 lemon

• 1 sheet puff pastry dough, thawed

• Egg wash: 1 egg + 1 tbsp milk, whisked

• Powdered sugar (optional, for serving)

Equipment

• Baking sheet

• Parchment paper

• Sharp knife

• Small mixing bowl

• Pastry brush
  

Pro Tips

1. Use crisp apples: Honeycrisp or Pink Lady hold their shape and won’t turn mushy.

2. Keep pastry cold: Cold puff pastry puffs higher and stays flakier.

3. Slice apples thinly: This ensures they soften fully in just 15 minutes of baking.

4. Seal the edges well: Crimping prevents honey from leaking out during baking.

5. Don’t skip flipping: Turning the pastries over after baking reveals the glossy honey-apple layer.

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a small bowl, mix the sliced apples, cinnamon, and lemon juice.

3. Roll out the puff pastry and cut into small rectangles (about 3x4 inches).

4. On the parchment, spread a spoonful of Honey House Clover Honey into several small rectangles. Arrange a few apple slices over each honey base, then place a puff pastry rectangle on top.

5. Fold or press the pastry edges around the apples and crimp them with a fork to seal.

6. Brush the tops with egg wash.

7. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

8. Let cool slightly, flip the pastries so the apple side faces up, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve warm.

Storage Tips

• Room temperature: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

• Refrigerator: Stays fresh for 3–4 days. Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven to restore crispness.

• Freezer: Freeze fully baked turnovers for up to 2 months; reheat directly from frozen at 325°F (165°C) for 10–12 minutes.

• Make-ahead: Prep apple filling up to 24 hours in advance.

Recipe Notes

This recipe works because the honey melts and caramelizes underneath the apples, creating a gorgeous glossy layer when the turnovers are flipped. Puff pastry stays light, crisp, and buttery while the cinnamon-spiced apples soften just enough to become tender and fragrant.

Using Honey House Clover Honey ensures the sweetness stays clean and floral rather than overpowering. Our raw, American-sourced honey caramelizes beautifully without burning and adds depth you won’t get from granulated sugar. It’s one of our favorite ways to highlight the pure, natural flavor of real honey.

Perfect Pairings

Serve these turnovers with:

• Hot apple cider

• A warm latte or cappuccino

• Vanilla ice cream

• Fresh berries

• A mug of chamomile tea

Variation Ideas

While the classic honey-apple combination is divine, feel free to try these creative twists:

Honey House Recommendations

• Swap in Honey House Hot Honey for a sweet-heat pastry.

Other Great Options

• Add a spoonful of cream cheese under the apples.

• Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts inside.

• Mix apples with pears for a fruit-forward twist.

• Add a dash of nutmeg or cardamom.

• Brush tops with coarse sugar instead of powdered sugar.

• Use peaches or berries in place of apples for summer.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 15 minutes

• Total Time: 25 minutes

• Course: Dessert, Breakfast

• Cuisine: American

• Servings: 6 small turnovers

• Difficulty: Easy