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Bring the flavors of Bourbon Country to your kitchen with these homemade Apple Turnovers. Made with tart Granny Smith apples, barrel-aged sorghum, Bourbon Smoked Pumpkin Spice, and a pinch of Bourbon Smoked Sea Salt, the filling is sweet, spiced, and kissed with a hint of smoke. Wrapped in golden, flaky pastry and baked to perfection, these turnovers are the ultimate fall dessert. Serve them warm with a drizzle of Bourbon Smoked Caramel Sauce or pair with coffee for a seasonal breakfast. This easy apple turnover recipe combines classic baking with authentic Kentucky ingredients—slow, small, and crafted with intention.

Ingredients (makes 4 turnovers):

Instructions:

Prep the Apples

  • Toss diced apples with lemon juice in a small bowl.
  • Cook the Filling
  • In a skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  • Add apples and cook until slightly softened, about 4–5 minutes.
  • Push apples to the side, melt the remaining 1 tbsp butter in the pan.
  • Stir in Bourbon Smoked Pumpkin Spice, a pinch of Bourbon Smoked Sea Salt, and the Sorghum.
  • Combine with apples and cook another 2–3 minutes until syrupy. Remove from heat and cool slightly.

Assemble the Turnovers

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • Cut puff pastry sheet into 4 squares.
  • Spoon apple mixture onto the center of each square.
  • Fold over into triangles, pressing edges with a fork to seal.

Finish & Bake

  • Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  • Bake 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
  • Cool slightly before serving warm.

Pro Tip* Try this recipe with Dark Hot Chocolate with Bourbon Smoked Sea Salt

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