FRUIT 'N' NUT TURNOVERS

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These flaky Danish nicely round out a holiday brunch. -Aneta Kish, La Crosse, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h5m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen, 18 servings, 1 per serving.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/2 cups cold butter, cut into 1/2-inch slices
5 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
FILLING:
1 cup chopped dried apricots or cherries
1-1/2 cups water
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
ICING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons apricot nectar or maraschino cherry juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss butter with 3 cups flour until well coated; refrigerate for 1 hour or until well chilled. In another large bowl, combine yeast and 1-1/2 cups flour. In a saucepan, heat the cream, sugar and salt to 120°-130°. Add to yeast mixture. Beat in egg. Beat on medium for 3 minutes. Stir in chilled butter mixture just until combined (butter will remain in large pieces)., Turn onto a well-floured surface; gently knead 6-8 times. Coat rolling pin with remaining flour. Roll dough into a 21x12-in. rectangle. Starting with a short side, fold dough in thirds, forming a 12x7-in. rectangle. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until firm but not stiff. , Turn dough onto a well-floured surface; roll into a 21x12-in. rectangle. Starting with a short side, fold dough in thirds, forming a 12x7-in. rectangle. Give dough a quarter turn; roll into a 21x12-in. rectangle. Fold into thirds, starting with a short side. Repeat, flouring surface as needed. (Do not chill dough between each rolling and folding.) Cover and refrigerate for 4-24 hours or until firm., For filling, in a small saucepan, bring fruit and water to a boil. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes; drain. Stir in the walnuts, brown sugar, flour and cinnamon; set aside. , Cut dough in half lengthwise. Roll each portion into a 12-in. square; cut each square into nine 4-in. squares. Spoon about a rounded tablespoonful of filling onto the center of each square. Brush edges of dough with water; fold dough diagonally in half, forming a triangle. Press edges to seal. Place 4-in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Bake at 375° for 16-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Combine icing ingredients until reaching desired consistency; drizzle over warm turnovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Grace Sauraha
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These turnovers are a great way to use up leftover fruit.


js raju
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I can't wait to try making these turnovers with different fillings. I think they would be great with berries or chocolate chips.


Alillyannah Irvin
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These turnovers are perfect for a quick and easy snack. They're also great for packing in lunches.


Fola Onasanya
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The recipe was very clear and easy to follow. I had no problems making these turnovers.


BlackWayne NestleSwipes
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These turnovers were so easy to make. I was able to whip them up in no time.


Maliya Green
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I made these turnovers for my family, and they were a huge hit! The kids especially loved them.


the nothing
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These were the perfect dessert for my summer party. They were light and refreshing, and everyone loved them.


Md. Faruk Ahmed
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Overall, these turnovers were a good experience. I would definitely make them again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.


Kimete Demaj
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These turnovers were a bit too time-consuming to make, but they were worth it.


Amy Blackburn
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The crust was a bit dry, but the filling was delicious.


Rational de blaq Neymar
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These turnovers were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


Steven Butler
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The recipe was easy to follow, and the turnovers turned out beautifully. I will definitely be making these again.


Sharing Khan
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These were delicious! I used a mix of apples, cinnamon, and walnuts for the filling, and the result was amazing.


offset wilz
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I've made these turnovers several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make, and they can be filled with any fruit or nut combination you like.


Mon
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These fruit and nut turnovers were a huge hit at my last dinner party! The flaky crust and gooey filling were perfect, and my guests couldn't get enough of them.