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Homemade Chocolate Fudge Poptart

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Flaky, buttery pastry filled with rich chocolate fudge and topped with a smooth chocolate glaze, these homemade poptarts are a decadent twist on a nostalgic favorite.

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
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream or milk
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2–3 tbsp milk
  • 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 in half, shape into discs, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan over low heat, combine cocoa powder, brown sugar, and cream or milk. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in chopped dark chocolate, vanilla extract, and salt until melted. Let cool completely.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Roll out dough and cut into equal rectangles.
  7. Place chocolate filling in the center of half the rectangles, leaving a border.
  8. Top with remaining rectangles, seal edges, and crimp with a fork.
  9. Poke small holes on top of each pastry.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
  11. Mix glaze ingredients until smooth and spread over cooled poptarts.
  12. Allow glaze to set before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overfill to prevent leaking during baking.
  • Chilling the dough ensures a flaky texture.
  • Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
  • Reheat in oven or toaster oven for best texture.
  • Freeze unglazed poptarts for up to 2 months.
  • Add toppings like sprinkles or sea salt for variation.

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