Welcome to the wonderful world of homemade Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tarts! These delightful pastries are a perfect blend of flaky dough and rich sweet filling. Let’s dive into making these delicious treats!
Tips for Perfect Pop Tarts
Make sure your butter is cold for a flaky texture, and don't skip the resting time for the dough — it really makes a difference!
Why You'll Love Them
These Pop Tarts are not just a treat; they bring back nostalgic memories while being incredibly easy to make at home. Trust me, you’ll love it!
Ingredients
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- For the filling:
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Instructions
- Make the dough:
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Step 1- Preheat the oven: Adjust the oven rack to the center position and preheat to 375°F. Line two baking trays with parchment and set aside.
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Step 2- Mix dry ingredients: In a food processor or large mixing bowl, add the flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Pulse lightly, or mix with a whisk, until combined.
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Step 3- Incorporate butter: Add the cubed butter all at once and pulse for 10-20 seconds, or if mixing by hand, cut the butter into the dry mixture with a pastry cutter for 5-6 minutes, until sandy.
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Step 4- Add water and honey: Pour in the water and honey mixture in a steady stream while pulsing the dough mixture, or if mixing by hand, pour and mix until a dough ball forms.
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Step 5- Shape and chill dough: Remove the dough and place on a floured surface. Fold 2-3 times, shape into a circle, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Make the filling:
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Step 6- Prepare filling: While the dough is resting, whisk together the brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and flour until combined and set aside.
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Step 7- Roll out dough: Once the dough has cooled, flour your surface and roll the dough into a rectangle, about 3 feet long and 8 inches wide.
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Step 8- Cut rectangles: Using a cutter, cut the dough into 3x4 inch rectangles. You should get about 18-20 rectangles.
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Step 9- Assemble Pop Tarts: Lift 8 rectangles onto the baking sheet, brush lightly with water, fill with brown sugar filling, and cover with another rectangle. Crimp edges with a fork.
- Make the egg wash:
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Step 10- Prepare egg wash: In a small bowl, mix together the egg and water.
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Step 11- Brush and bake: Brush each Pop Tart with the egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool completely before glazing.
- Make the glaze:
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Step 12- Whisk glaze ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the sifted powdered sugar, milk, corn syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
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Step 13- Glaze Pop Tarts: Use a spoon to glaze each cooled Pop Tart. Allow to set for 30 minutes to 1 hour before stacking.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250, Fat: 10g, Carbs: 38g, Protein: 2g
Cooking techniques
Using a food processor helps in achieving the correct texture for the dough. Additionally, chilling the dough ensures that it holds its shape while baking.
Variations or substitutions
You can substitute the filling with fruit preserves or chocolate spread for a different flavor. Experiment with different spices in the glaze for a unique twist!
Storage tips
Store leftover Pop Tarts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, consider freezing them!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the glaze by adding more or less powdered sugar according to your taste.
