Description
This incredible recipe for Homemade Frosted Brown Sugar Pop-Tarts offers a delicious twist on a beloved breakfast classic. Featuring a flaky, buttery crust filled with a sweet cinnamon brown sugar mixture and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, these pop-tarts bring comforting flavors perfect for starting your day or enjoying as a sweet treat.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
Filling Ingredients
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg, beaten
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing just until the dough comes together.
- Chill the dough: Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Make the filling: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of flour until combined thoroughly.
- Roll out one dough disc: On a lightly floured surface, roll one disc into a large rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into evenly sized rectangles.
- Assemble pop-tarts: Place half of the rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon the brown sugar filling evenly in the center of each. Brush the edges with beaten egg. Top each with a remaining rectangle and seal edges by pressing with a fork. Prick the tops with a fork to vent.
- Chill assembled pastries: Refrigerate the assembled pop-tarts for 20 minutes to help maintain shape while baking.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake pop-tarts for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Cool: Let the pop-tarts cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare frosting: In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk (start with 1 tablespoon and add more if needed), and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable.
- Frost pop-tarts: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled pop-tarts. Allow the frosting to set before serving.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the brown sugar cinnamon filling.
- Store finished pop-tarts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheat pop-tarts in a toaster oven for a crispy texture and warm filling.
