Sesame-Spiced Butternut Squash Turnovers

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare Butternut Squash

In a large bowl, combine the diced butternut squash with the melted coconut oil, ground cinnamon, and 0.125 teaspoons of kosher salt. Toss to coat evenly.

3. Roast Squash

Transfer the coated squash to the prepared baking sheet. Roast for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.

4. Combine Squash and Sesame Seeds

In a large bowl, combine the roasted squash with 0.5 cups of toasted sesame seeds, maple syrup, 0.25 teaspoons of kosher salt, and freshly ground white pepper to taste. Mash with a fork until well combined. Add water one tablespoon at a time if the filling is too dry.

5. Prepare Pastry

In a large bowl, combine unbleached all-purpose flour, whole-wheat pastry flour, ground turmeric, and fine sea salt. Add the coconut oil and rub into the flour mixture until it resembles fine sand.

6. Add Liquid to Dough

In a small bowl, mix apple cider vinegar with ice water. Gradually add this mixture to the flour and oil, stirring until the dough comes together.

7. Chill Dough

Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.

8. Reduce Oven Temperature

Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and line another baking sheet with parchment paper.

9. Roll Out Dough

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 0.125 inches thick. Use a bowl or round cutter to cut out circles of dough.

10. Fill and Seal Turnovers

Place a spoonful of the squash filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.

11. Prepare Oat Milk Mixture

In a small bowl, combine unsweetened oat milk with dark agave nectar. Brush this mixture over the turnovers.

12. Bake Turnovers

Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.

13. Cool Turnovers

Allow the turnovers to cool slightly before serving.