Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tarts
These delightful brown sugar cinnamon pop tarts are a nostalgic treat that combines a flaky, buttery crust with a gooey, sweet filling. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, they’re easy to make and sure to bring smiles to your table. The inviting aroma wafts through your kitchen as they bake, creating warm memories with every bite. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save some for later!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 pop tarts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (dark)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Add the egg, milk, and vanilla; stir until a soft dough forms.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- For the filling, combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut into rectangles; place half on baking sheets, spoon filling onto each, then cover with another rectangle.
- Crimp edges with a fork to seal and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg