What is the best puff pastry for turnovers?

Look for brands that offer all-butter puff pastry if possible. They yield a flakier, richer result. Store-bought options like Pepperidge Farm and Wewalka are reliable and widely available.

Can I use chocolate chips instead of chocolate squares?

Yes, chocolate chips work well in this recipe, though squares tend to melt more evenly. If using chips, place them closer to the center to avoid leakage.

How do I stop turnovers from leaking?

Don’t overfill and make sure to seal the edges tightly with a fork. Brushing the inside edges with egg wash helps glue the pastry together during baking.

Are turnovers best served hot or cold?

They’re best warm—fresh from the oven or reheated—to enjoy the flaky pastry and melted chocolate. But they’re still tasty at room temperature if you’re packing them for a picnic or potluck.

Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Turnovers

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These chocolate raspberry cheesecake turnovers are made with buttery puff pastry, a sweet vanilla cream cheese filling, rich chocolate, and fresh raspberries. They’re flaky, fruity, and incredibly easy to bake—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Author: Emily
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 16 turnovers 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
8 oz chocolate (8 squares, cut in half)
2 cups fresh raspberries
1 egg + 1 teaspoon water (for egg wash)
Powdered sugar, for sprinkling
Vanilla Glaze:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Cut each puff pastry sheet into 8 equal squares.
Add a spoonful of cream cheese mixture, a few raspberries, and half a square of chocolate to the center of each square.
Brush the edges with egg wash and fold into triangles. Press edges with a fork to seal.
Brush tops with more egg wash and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and flaky.
Cool for 5–10 minutes.
Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth, drizzle over turnovers, and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Serve warm or store properly for later.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling.
Don’t overfill turnovers to prevent leakage.
Reheat in the oven for crispness—avoid microwaving.
Turnovers can be frozen before or after baking.
You can use white, dark, or milk chocolate.
Frozen raspberries can be used—just thaw and drain first.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 turnover
Calories: 210
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg

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