Ingredients
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For the Pastry:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (chilled and cubed)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 3–4 tablespoons cold water
For the Filling:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Sprinkles or chopped nuts for decoration
Instructions
1. Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- Add the chilled butter and mix with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Set aside.
3. Roll Out the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into rectangles (about 3×4 inches) for the base of the pop-tarts. Repeat with the second disk.
4. Assemble the Pop-Tarts:
- Place half of the rectangles on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the pumpkin filling onto the center of each rectangle.
- Brush the edges with a little water, then top with another rectangle of dough. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.
5. Bake:
- Cut small slits in the top of each pop-tart to allow steam to escape. Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
6. Glaze:
- In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled pop-tarts and add sprinkles or nuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Baking Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 2g