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Apple Cinnamon Pop Tarts Recipe
🍎 Apple Cinnamon Pop Tarts Recipe
These Apple Cinnamon Pop Tarts are filled with a warm, spiced apple filling and wrapped in a buttery, flaky crust. Finished with a drizzle of icing, they’re a treat that’s as delicious as it is nostalgic. Great for breakfast, dessert, or as a homemade snack for the whole family.
Servings
- Makes about 8 pop tarts
Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes
Cuisine
- American, Dessert/Breakfast
Keywords
- Apple pop tarts, homemade pop tarts, fall treats, apple cinnamon
Equipment Needed
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Fork
- Pastry brush
- Medium saucepan
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 5-6 tbsp ice water
For the Apple Filling
- 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and diced finely
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Icing
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional for a spiced icing)
- Optional garnish: pinch of cinnamon, extra apple pieces for topping
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and mix with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough starts to come together. Avoid overmixing.
- Divide the dough into two equal parts, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Apple Filling:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine diced apple, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
- Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples soften.
- Stir in cornstarch and cook for another 1–2 minutes until the filling thickens. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Assemble the Pop Tarts:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface to a rectangle, about ⅛-inch thick.
- Cut the dough into 8 equal rectangles (approx. 3x4 inches each).
- Place a heaping tablespoon of apple filling onto half of the rectangles, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Top with the remaining rectangles, pressing the edges down with a fork to seal.
- Brush the tops with a little milk or beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake:
- Place the pop tarts on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let the pop tarts cool on a wire rack.
Make the Icing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and cinnamon (if using) until smooth.
- Drizzle over cooled pop tarts, sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (per pop tart, estimated)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 3g
- Sugar: 18g
Notes & Variations
- For extra flavor: Add a touch of vanilla extract to the icing.
- Apple types: Granny Smith works well for tartness, but Honeycrisp or Fuji are great for a sweeter filling.
- Glaze options: Replace milk in the glaze with apple cider for more flavor.
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Apple Cinnamon Pop Tarts Recipe
