Mushroom Turnovers with Cream Cheese Pastry

Name: Mushroom Turnovers with Cream Cheese Pastry
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 110 min
Ingredients: 1 brick (8 oz) cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup butter; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour -; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 large onion (diced); 1/2 pound mushrooms (diced); 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour -; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1 large egg (beaten)

Published: May 24, 2022 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. 28 Comments

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These easy cream cheese mushroom turnovers are made with a homemade cream cheese pastry dough and a savory filling made with seasoned caramelized onion and mushrooms. They're a tasty snack or the perfect party appetizer for holidays and special occasions.

Baked mushroom turnovers with cream cheese pastry on a cutting board ready to eat.

Mushrooms with Cream Cheese Pastry

My late friend Marcel made these easy mushroom turnovers for me several times and I always think of her, every time I make them.

She loved mushrooms more than anyone else I have ever met! I love them too and this mushroom turnover recipe is definitely an oldie and a goodie.

This caramelized onion and mushroom mixture is too good for words and the homemade cream cheese pastry is nothing short of divine. They cook up into the perfect flaky, soft, cream cheese pastry.

Oh so tasty and so addictive which is why mushroom pastries have long been a favorite around here.

Actually, just about any mushroom recipes are sure to be gobbled up, including appetizers!

I think you'll love our crispy cheesy mushroom bites, stuffed smoked mushrooms or Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms . These recipes make a terrific snack, appetizer, or a small meal.

For a party or get-together, these mushroom pastry appetizers work great with a bacon cheese ball and this spicy shrimp dip.

If you love the flavors of mushrooms and onions, then you definitely need to check out Sweet Soy Glazed Mushrooms and Onions. This recipe was another favorite of Marcel's.

Ingredients

Mushroom pastries are easy to make and require simple ingredients you can find at most grocery stores.

Pastry with Cream Cheese

Cream cheese pastry dough is so easy to make and a great recipe to have in your back pocket as my grandma used to say.

Cream cheese: Holds the dough together great and lends a delicate cheesy flavor.
Butter: Makes the dough flaky and adds some flavor.
All-purpose flour: Gives the dough a stronger constitution.

These ingredients mix up and make it easy to handle all of the rolling, cutting, and shaping involved in making hand pies.

They come out firm enough to be held and eaten without falling apart.

Not too flaky or tender. Just the right amount.

Mushroom and Onion Filling

Butter: To saute the vegetables.
Onion: Sweet or yellow onion is best.
Mushrooms: Use any type of fresh mushrooms.
Flour: Just a touch to absorb any moisture in the veggies.
Thyme, salt, and black pepper: Seasonings for the filling that bring all the flavors together.
Sour cream: Adds creaminess and flavor to the mushroom filling.
Egg: Used to seal the pastry and a brush over the top to make the mushroom turnovers shiny.

Get the full list of ingredients and quantities further down on the page.

How to Make Cream Cheese Mushroom Turnovers

Step 1: Make the Cream Cheese Pastry

In a medium-sized bowl, using a stand or handheld mixer beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.

Add flour and beat until blended.

Once the dough starts to form just use your hands to knead and shape dough into a ball.

Cover with a damp towel and refrigerate for at least an hour, if not two.

Step 2: Saute the Veggies

Make the filling while the dough is refrigerating.

Start by melting the butter in a large skillet. When melted add the onions and mushrooms and saute until tender. Stirring frequently.

Step 3: Prepare the Filling

Add flour, salt, pepper, and thyme to the skillet and mix everything together.

Add sour cream and mix it in. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.

Step 4: Shape the Dough

Prepare a baking sheet with tinfoil and set it aside. Preheat the oven to 375° F.

Remove the pastry ball from the fridge and roll out on a lightly floured surface until it is less than ¼-inch thick.

Using a round cookie cutter or even a small bowl or glass, cut round circles out of the dough and set them aside. I use a 4-inch wide glass usually. A little smaller or bigger you must either decrease or increase cooking time.

Once you cut as many circles as possible, knead the dough again, roll it out until flat, and cut more circles. Keep doing this until no dough, or very little, is left.

Step 5: Stuff the Turnovers

In a small bowl beat the egg with a whisk and grab a pastry brush. Set it aside.

Next, take your pile of circles and place a heaping spoonful onto one half of the circle.

Brush a little egg around the edges of the circle and fold the empty half of the circle on top of the other half.

Seal by pinching the edge with your fingers and then use a fork to press gently around the edge. Repeat until every circle is filled.

Step 6: Bake

Place each on your prepared baking sheet.

Using a sharp knife cut two or three slits in the top of each and brush on the remaining egg.

Bake for 25-30 minutes. The turnovers will turn a nice golden brown color when they are done.

HINT: Remember to decrease or increase cooking time if your circles are smaller or bigger than 4 inches.

Mushroom turnovers on a plate with one cut in half to show the filling.

Equipment

Mixer
Pastry brush
Round cutter
Baking sheet
Medium bowl
Foil or parchment paper
Skillet
Spoon

Variations

Once you've got the pastry down you can really use just about anything to stuff them. While we really love mushrooms in pastry you can also use everything from leftover chopped ham, roast beef, or cooked ground beef. Here are a few of my other favorites:

Mexican: Taco meat, salsa or taco sauce and some cheese.
Cheese: Any type of meltable cheese works. I've been known to stuff them with as much cheese as I could fit inside the pocket!
Fruit: Use store-bought pie filling, or better yet quickly fry some apples with some cinnamon and sugar. Both work beautifully as cream cheese pastry filling.
Dessert: We also have filled our turnovers with Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread and some bananas and boy oh boy were they tasty.

This is one versatile recipe. The possibilities are truly endless. Just think about it for a moment.

What do you think would be your perfect turnover? Please let me know what your favorite is in the comments.

We all would love to hear! The more suggestions the better.

Storage

Leftovers: If you happen to have any left, store them in the refrigerator for up to five days or in the freezer for up to three months.
Reheat: If frozen, allow them to thaw out in the refrigerator overnight or on the counter for a few hours. Place them on a tray and heat in the oven until heated through. You can also use the microwave or air fryer to reheat.

Expert Tips

Refrigeration: The cream cheese pastry dough must chill before rolling it out.
Size: You can make these cream cheese pastries or turnovers as big or small as you desire.
Bake time: Please remember to adjust your timing accordingly if you make your mushroom turnovers smaller or larger than that. We have suggested timing for 4-inch rounds or circles of your cream cheese dough.
Don't overstuff: Avoid adding too much filling to the inside of the pastries.

FAQs

Can you make pastry with cream cheese?

Yes, it makes a delicious pastry adding both flavor and moisture to the dough. Even better it works great with savory fillings, such as in this recipe for mushroom turnovers but can also be adapted for sweets as well.

How long will cream cheese dough last in the fridge?

Once mixed the dough will last about three days. Be sure it is wrapped tightly in plastic or in an airtight container to prevent it from drying out too much. If the dough is too hard to work with when you first remove it from the fridge, let it sit for a moment or two.

Cream Cheese Mushroom Turnovers on a cutting board.

Easy Mushroom Recipes

Have a look at our video for these turnovers below. I think you will be happy you did!

Cream Cheese Mushroom Turnovers Video