Name: Chausson aux Pommes (French Apple Turnover, But Better)
Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry (about 8 oz / 225g), thawed; 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and finely diced; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash); 1 tbsp coarse sugar (for topping); Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Chausson aux Pommes is France’s beloved apple turnover. Flaky, golden puff pastry. Sweet, tender apple filling. Shaped like a slipper. Better than any bakery version. 30 minutes. Oui, s’il vous plaît.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook Filling

In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook 5-7 minutes until apples are soft and liquid has thickened. Cool completely.

Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
Roll puff pastry slightly into a 10×12 inch rectangle. Cut into 4 squares (about 5×6 inches each).

Assemble

Place 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each square, slightly off-center. Brush edges with egg wash.
Fold the larger half over the filling, forming a rectangle or half-circle. Press edges with a fork to seal. Cut small slits on top for steam.

Egg Wash & Bake

Brush tops with egg wash. Sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake 15-18 minutes until puffed and deep golden brown.

Serve

Cool 5 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm. C’est magnifique.

Summary

Prep Time: 15 min | Bake Time: 18 min | Total: 33 min

Yield: 4 chaussons | Difficulty: Easy

Storage Notes

Best fresh.
Fridge 2 days.
Reheat in oven or air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes (crispy returns).
Never microwave — pastry gets soggy.
Freeze unbaked chaussons for 3 months.
Bake from frozen (add 5-7 minutes).

Chausson aux Pommes (French Apple Turnover, But Better)