Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers Recipe: A Spring Dessert Delight
Welcome spring with our simple and delicious Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers! This recipe features a fresh fruit filling encased in flaky, buttery puff pastry. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack.
The arrival of rhubarb in grocery stores and farmers’ markets signals the start
of spring. These colorful stalks, available from April through June, offer
ample opportunity to create delightful Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers. Enjoy
them as a seasonal snack or a satisfying dessert.
Is Rhubarb a Fruit or a Vegetable? Understanding Rhubarb
The classification of rhubarb often sparks debate. Its common use in sweet
dishes might suggest it’s a fruit, but its appearance—a pinkish-red,
celery-like stalk—hints otherwise. Rhubarb is, in fact, a
vegetable. Despite this, its tart flavor makes it a perfect
complement to sweeter fruits like strawberries.
How to Make Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers: Step-by-Step Guide
Our Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers recipe involves slow-cooking rhubarb stalks
before combining them with juicy strawberries, a touch of sugar, and a dash
of cinnamon. This creates a tangy fruit jam that’s perfect for filling
buttery puff pastry pockets. It’s the ideal way to celebrate the warmer
weather and longer days of spring.
The key to these turnovers is achieving a balance between the tartness of the
rhubarb and the sweetness of the strawberries. The addition of cinnamon adds
a warm, comforting note that enhances the overall flavor profile.
The filling can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together
and making the assembly process even quicker. Just be sure to strain any
excess liquid from the filling before adding it to the puff pastry to prevent
soggy turnovers.
Using Puff Pastry for Turnovers: Tips and Tricks
We’re big fans of using store-bought puff pastry for these turnovers. Whether
for savory or sweet creations, puff pastry provides a flaky base that’s
difficult to replicate at home. It’s the perfect canvas for our tangy
strawberry-rhubarb filling. A simple diagonal fold transforms squares into
easy-to-handle triangles, topped with sanding sugar for a delightful crunch.
When working with puff pastry, it’s important to keep it cold to prevent the
butter from melting. If the pastry becomes too warm, it will be difficult to
work with and may not puff up properly in the oven.
To ensure even baking, make sure the turnovers are spaced evenly on the baking
sheet. The egg wash not only adds shine but also helps the sanding sugar
adhere to the surface. Cutting small slits in the top of each turnover allows
steam to escape, preventing them from bursting during baking.
Want more rhubarb recipes and information? Check out our
In Season Now Guide: Rhubarb
for tips on how to shop for, store, and prepare this spring staple.
Rhubarb’s unique flavor profile makes it a versatile ingredient. It can be
used in a variety of desserts, from pies and crisps to jams and sauces. Its
tartness also pairs well with savory dishes, adding a bright, acidic note to
stews and roasts.
When selecting rhubarb, look for firm, brightly colored stalks. Avoid stalks
that are limp or bruised. Rhubarb leaves are toxic and should never be
eaten. Always discard the leaves before preparing rhubarb.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers
Rhubarb Turnovers that star a fresh fruit filling tucked inside
buttery puff pastry.
Kelly Senyei
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