Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Filling Preparation
- In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine chopped rhubarb, sliced strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, water, and ground ginger. Stir gently for about 10-12 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes bubbly.
- Once thickened, transfer the filling to a bowl and let it cool completely while you prepare the pastry.
Pastry Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add the cold, grated butter, using your fingertips to rub it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually drizzle in ice-cold water, mixing until a soft dough begins to form. Take care not to overwork the dough, then shape it into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill.
Dough Lamination
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Fold the rectangle like a letter, bringing one short end to the center, then folding over the other end.
- Roll it out again into a rectangle and repeat this folding process two more times for flaky layers. After the final roll, refrigerate the laminated dough for 30 minutes before cutting it into squares.
Turnover Assembly
- On a floured surface, roll out the laminated dough into a large square, then cut it into smaller squares, about 4-5 inches each.
- Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the cooled filling in the center of each square. Fold the dough over to create triangles and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
- Place the assembled turnovers in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the chilled turnovers on the sheet.
- Beat an egg with a little water to create an egg wash and brush it over the tops of the turnovers. Cut small slits in the tops to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the turnovers are golden brown and puffed up beautifully.
Glaze Preparation
- While the turnovers bake, whisk together cream cheese, icing sugar, vanilla, and milk in a small bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust the consistency with additional milk if needed, ensuring it’s pourable but thick. Set aside until the turnovers are completely cooled.
Serving
- Once the Flaky Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers have cooled slightly, drizzle the cream cheese glaze generously over the top of each turnover.
- These delightful pastries can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Notes
Keep the butter and water ice-cold to achieve flaky texture. Aim for just 1 tablespoon of filling per turnover to prevent leaks during baking.
