Homemade Frosted Brown Sugar Pop Tarts
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup cold butter
cut into cubes
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter
melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon water
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Directions
- 1
: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour mixture until coarsely combined, but peanut-sized pieces of the butter remain. You can also use your hands. Combine until the dough just comes together.
- 2
In a small bowl whisk together the egg and the milk. Mix this evenly into the dough until just combined.
- 3
Divide the dough in half, shaping each into a 4×6- inch rectangle, making sure the edges aren’t left too jagged. This will help when it’s time to roll the dough out. Cover each in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- 5
: In a medium combine the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- 6
Remove one dough from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface roll the dough out into a rectangle 1/8-inch thick. It will be roughly 9×12- inches. Using a knife cut the dough into 3×4- inch rectangles. Re-roll the scraps and repeat if necessary. You should get 8 pieces.
- 7
Place the cut out dough pieces onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush each with the melted butter.
- 8
Spread a heaping tablespoon of the reserved cinnamon sugar mixture into the center of on each rectangle, leaving 1/4- inch space at the edges.
- 9
Remove the remaining dough from the refrigerator and repeat the rolling and cutting process just like the first and place them on top of the pastry with the filling. Using a fork, press the edges together. And poke a few holes in the tops of each of the tarts.
- 10
Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to chill the tarts for 30 minutes.
- 11
Preheat oven to 350°F.
- 12
In a small bowl whisk together the egg and water.
- 13
Remove the baking sheet from the refrigerator and brush each tart with the egg mixture.
- 14
Bake for 25 – 28 minutes, until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
- 15
: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
- 16
Spoon the icing onto the tarts and allow it to set.
Homemade Frosted Brown Sugar Pop Tarts
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About this Recipe
Craving that comforting, nostalgic breakfast treat, but wishing it was even better? Get ready to create something truly special with these Homemade Frosted Brown Sugar Pop Tarts, offering a perfectly flaky pastry and a sweet, gooey brown sugar and cinnamon filling that utterly surpasses any store-bought version. This recipe elevates a classic childhood favorite into a profoundly special homemade experience, a true labor of love. The meticulous creation of a rich, buttery pastry, combined with a warmly spiced brown sugar and cinnamon filling, and finally crowned with a sweet cinnamon icing, orchestrates a delightful symphony of textures and flavors. It's designed to bring genuine satisfaction, proving that some things are just better from scratch. Prepare your senses for an utterly indulgent breakfast or treat. The golden-brown pastry, crafted from all-purpose flour, cold butter, and a touch of sugar, is wonderfully flaky and tender, providing a perfect, yielding contrast to the gooey, molten brown sugar and cinnamon filling tucked warmly inside. Each bite delivers an exquisite balance of rich sweetness from the light brown sugar and a comforting warmth from the ground cinnamon. A smooth, sweet vanilla and cinnamon-infused icing provides the crowning touch, adding an extra layer of sweet spice and a beautiful, inviting finish that makes these homemade treats irresistible. The charm of these Homemade Frosted Brown Sugar Pop Tarts lies in their classic profile. However, you can personalize the intensity of spice by slightly adjusting the amount of ground cinnamon used in both the filling and the vanilla icing to match your preference. When preparing the pastry, ensure your butter is truly cold and cubed for the best flaky results, and while light brown sugar is specified for the filling, ensuring it's fresh will contribute to that desired gooey texture. These Homemade Frosted Brown Sugar Pop Tarts are an absolute showstopper for a leisurely weekend breakfast, a special brunch gathering, or simply a comforting indulgence to enjoy with your morning coffee or tea. For the most delightful experience, serve them warm, allowing the gooey center to shine through.