Crispy Apple & Cranberry Phyllo Turnovers

Total Time: 55 MIN Makes: 8
Prep Time: 30 MIN Cook Time: 25 MIN
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Description

Filled with crisp apples and tart cranberries accompanied by cinnamon and sugar, these flaky turnovers make for a sweet pastry treat.


Ingredients
  • 8 sheets Athens Phyllo dough
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
  • 4 cups baking apples, sliced thin
  • 1/2 cup cranberries, coarse chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 8 teaspoons plain bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Directions

Filling:
Combine apples, cranberries, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon and salt mixing lightly.
Prepare 4 medium Phyllo rolls by following the directions for rolls linked to the right.

Assembly:
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of bread crumbs on each strip; place 2 tablespoons of apple filling on top and roll.
Brush each triangle with melted butter or margarine and score top.
Bake in preheated 375° F oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown, remove from oven and sprinkle with powdered sugar while still warm.