Blackberry Turnovers Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups fresh blackberries
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 puff pastry sheet, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon coarse sugar

Instructions:

1. In a small pot, combine blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and vanilla extract.
2. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens and blackberries have broken down, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. Roll out puff pastry sheet on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 4 equal squares.
5. Place a heaping spoonful of blackberry mixture into the center of each pastry square.
6. Brush edges of pastry with beaten egg and fold pastry over to form a triangle, pressing edges together with a fork to seal.
7. Brush the tops of the turnovers with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until turnovers are golden brown and flaky.
9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Verdict and Serving Suggestions:

These blackberry turnovers are the perfect combination of tart and sweet, with a flaky puff pastry crust and luscious blackberry filling. Serve them warm as a delicious dessert, or even as a sweet breakfast pastry alongside a cup of coffee or tea.