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Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tarts

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Flaky, buttery pastry filled with a warm brown sugar cinnamon filling and topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze, these homemade pop tarts are a cozy and nostalgic treat.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 4–6 tbsp cold water
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add cold water gradually until a dough forms. Divide into two discs, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and salt. Stir in melted butter and vanilla to form a thick filling.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Roll out dough and cut into equal rectangles.
  6. Spoon filling onto half of the rectangles, leaving a border.
  7. Top with remaining rectangles, seal edges, and crimp with a fork.
  8. Poke small holes on top of each pop tart.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
  10. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla to make the glaze.
  11. Spread glaze over cooled pop tarts and allow it to set.

Notes

  • Do not overfill to prevent leaking during baking.
  • Keep butter cold for a flakier pastry.
  • Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
  • Reheat in oven or toaster oven for best texture.
  • Freeze unglazed pop tarts for up to 2 months.
  • Add nutmeg or cloves for extra spice variation.

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