Best 7 Tropical Turnovers Recipes

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Tropical turnovers are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are filled with a sweet and tangy tropical fruit filling and wrapped in a flaky pastry dough. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy snack or a special treat to serve at your next party, tropical turnovers are sure to please everyone. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have these delicious turnovers ready to enjoy in no time.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SALMON TURNOVERS



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This recipe serves as a rough guideline, as you can fill these turnovers with whatever ingredients you have on hand.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 sheet puff pastry
Flour, for dusting
1 can boneless, skinless, salmon
1/2 cup Sauteed mushrooms
1 to 2 tablespoons sour pickle relish
1 cup cooked white, brown or fried rice
2 to 3 chopped scallions
1 tablespoon parsley leaves, chopped
Salt and pepper
1 egg beaten with 2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Lightly flour the countertop. Roll puff pastry so there are no seams. Cut into 4 squares.
  • In a bowl, combine salmon, mushrooms, pickle relish, rice, scallions, parsley, salt, and pepper. Place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each square. Brush inside edges of puff pastry with egg wash and fold over to make a triangle. Using a fork, seal the edges. Poke a slit or two in the top of each turnover. Brush tops with egg wash. Bake in oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

TROPICAL TURNOVERS



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Friends and family won't be able to stop nibbling on these tasty turnovers. Our home economists tuck a fruity filling inside tender pastry pockets.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 ounces cold cream cheese, cut into small pieces
3/4 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
3 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
1-1/4 cups finely chopped peeled mangoes
1/2 cup guava jelly
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons water
2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in cream cheese and butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough is moistened. Knead in bowl until a ball forms; flatten into a disk. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until easy to handle. , In a small bowl, combine the mangoes, jelly, mint and lemon zest; set aside. In a small bowl, whisk egg and water. , On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness; cut into 4-in. circles. Spoon 2 teaspoons mango mixture into the center of each circle. Brush edges with water; fold dough over filling and seal with a fork. Brush with egg mixture; sprinkle with sugar. , Place on foil-lined baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 20-23 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 107mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

TROPICAL TEMPTATION



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"Tropical Temptation is truly summer vacation in a glass," says Sandra. "The best part is that you don't have to go away, you can enjoy it with your friends and family at your next party."

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     beverage

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

Splash lemon juice
1/2 shot grenadine syrup
Club soda
Pineapple wedge, for garnish
2 shots pineapple tequila (recommended: Jose Cuervo)
1 shot pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Pour tequila, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and grenadine into a glass filled with ice. Top with club soda and garnish with a pineapple wedge.

EASY PARTY TURNOVERS



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I found these on another website and made them for snacks for the Superbowl. They were very well received and incredibly easy. Everybody dipped them in ketchup and barbeque sauce and they tasted like little Cheeseburger appetizers! They were simple and delicious!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 26m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375' In a medium skillet, cook the hamburger until done, drain.
  • Stir in soup mix and cheese.
  • Separate crescent dough.
  • Place a tablespoonful of meat mixture in center of each triangle, fold over and seal edges.
  • I use a small fork and go around and crimp the edges.
  • Place on ungreased baking sheets and bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Makes 30 appetizers.

GUAVA TURNOVERS--EASY TO IMPRESS--LITTLE WORK (RACHAEL RAY)



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These are wonderful little tropical treats that look like you've slaved all day--guests would be surprised to know how quickly and easily these come together! For a taste of the tropics, try Daisy Martinez's recipe, published in Everyday with Rachael Ray. Guava paste is made by Goya and can be found in most supermarkets in the Latin American section.

Provided by pamela t.

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
1 eight oz package cream cheese
4 ounces guava paste
1 large egg
1 teaspoon water
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place a 1 foot long sheet of parchment paper on a work surface and place 1 sheet of puff pastry on top.
  • Roll out pastry to 9 1/2" square; cut into 4 smaller squares.
  • Cut cream cheese into 8 equal slices.
  • Cut guava paste into 8 equal slices.
  • Lay 1 piece each of the cream cheese and guave paste diagonally in the center of each pastry square.
  • Mix egg and 1 t water.
  • Brush pastry edges with egg mixture; fold pastry sheet over to form a triangle.
  • Pinch the edges to seal; crimp with a fork.
  • Repeat steps with second pastry sheet.
  • Arrange the turnovers on the baking sheet; brush with egg mixture.
  • Bake until puffy and golden, 15-20 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Drizzle glaze over cooled turnovers.

WARM NECTARINE TURNOVERS



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Bursting with the sweet-and-tart taste of nectarines, these turnovers are the perfect way to end a picnic lunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup ice water
1 3/4 pounds large, ripe nectarines (about 4)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 to 3 cups vegetable oil, for frying
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a large bowl. Using your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal. Pour in ice water; toss lightly, gathering the dough into a ball. Dust dough with a little flour, and flatten into a disk. Seal the dish in plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Halve nectarines lengthwise, and discard pits. Leaving the skins on (to give the filling a pretty rose color), chop the fruit into 1/2-inch chunks.
  • In a large heavy skillet, place the nectarines, granulated sugar, and honey, and fold together. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring, until mixture is thick enough to hold its shape in a spoon, about 25 minutes. Transfer filling to a bowl, and let cool.
  • On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the dough as thinly as possible (about 1/16 inch thick). With a 4-inch fluted cutter, cut the dough into as many rounds as possible. Gather scraps into a ball, and roll out dough as before. Again, cut out as many rounds as possible.
  • Place about 1 tablespoon filling on the lower third of each round. Moisten the edges of rounds lightly with cold water. Fold rounds in half over the filling, and press the edges together tightly. Seal edges with fork tines that have been dipped in flour.
  • Preheat the oven to lowest setting. Line a shallow baking dish with paper towels, and place in heated oven. In a large, heavy skillet, add enough oil to reach 1 inch up sides, and place over medium-high heat. When the oil registers 350 degrees on a deep-fry thermometer, cook the turnovers, turning them occasionally with tongs or a slotted spoon, until they are crisp and golden, about 4 minutes total.
  • Transfer cooked turnovers to lined dish in the oven to drain. Keep warm until all the turnovers are cooked. Dust warm turnovers with confectioners' sugar just before serving.

HOT MUSHROOM TURNOVERS



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Enjoy a tasty take on a popular appetizer with Hot Mushroom Turnovers. You'll love all the mushroom-y marvelousness of our Hot Mushroom Turnovers, stuffed inside a cream cheese crust.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 2h

Yield 18 servings, 2 turnovers each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1/2 cup plus 1 Tbsp. butter, softened, divided
1-1/2 cups plus 2 Tbsp. flour, divided
1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese spread and 1/2 cup butter in large bowl with mixer until blended. Gradually beat in 1-1/2 cups flour; shape into ball. Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, melt remaining butter in medium skillet on medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onions; cook 5 to 7 min. or until mushroom liquid is cooked off. Add thyme and remaining flour; mix well. Stir in sour cream. Remove from heat.
  • Heat oven to 400ºF. Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 15-inch square. Use 2-1/2-inch cookie cutter to cut dough into 36 rounds, rerolling scraps as necessary.
  • Spoon 1 tsp. mushroom mixture onto center of each round; brush edge with egg. Fold in half; seal edges with fork. Place on baking sheets sprayed with cooking spray. Cut small slits in tops to allow steam to escape; brush with remaining egg.
  • Bake 18 to 20 min. or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 75 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right pineapple. For the best flavor, choose a pineapple that is ripe and juicy. Look for a pineapple that is heavy for its size and has a golden-yellow color. Avoid pineapples that are green or have soft spots.
  • Prepare the pineapple properly. To prepare the pineapple, first cut off the top and bottom. Then, use a sharp knife to remove the skin. Be sure to cut away all of the eyes, as these can be bitter.
  • Use a good quality puff pastry. The quality of the puff pastry will make a big difference in the final product. Look for a puff pastry that is made with high-quality ingredients and that is light and flaky.
  • Be careful not to overfill the turnovers. If you overfill the turnovers, they will be difficult to seal and they will burst open during baking.
  • Bake the turnovers until they are golden brown. The turnovers are done baking when they are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Conclusion:

Tropical turnovers are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious pastry that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give tropical turnovers a try!

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