Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tarts
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of homemade brown sugar cinnamon pop tarts! These flaky pastries are filled with a gooey cinnamon-sugar mixture and topped with sweet icing, making them the perfect treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack. With their irresistible aroma and charming presentation, they’re sure to bring back fond memories while pleasing your taste buds. Easy to make and customizable, these pop tarts are a delightful way to start your day.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 5 tablespoons milk (whole)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Add the egg and gradually mix in milk until a soft dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a separate bowl for the filling.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness; cut into rectangles (4×6 inches).
- On half of the rectangles, spoon some filling, leaving space at edges. Top with remaining rectangles and press to seal.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before drizzling with icing made from powdered sugar mixed with vanilla and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart (68g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg