Brown Sugar Pop Tarts

Do you love brown sugar and cinnamon pop tarts? Then you need to try this Brown Sugar Pop Tarts recipe! They are my kid’s favorite flavor of pop tarts, so I knew I had to try making brown sugar cinnamon poptarts… and guess what? It turns out that homemade brown sugar cinnamon pop tarts are quick and easy to make (especially using one of my favorite shortcuts of using prepared pie dough), and oh-so-delicious! Keep scrolling for step-by-step photos and lots of tips for making these homemade brown sugar pop tarts, or click the Jump to Recipe button above to go straight to the brown sugar cinnamon pop tart recipe.

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What you need to make brown sugar and cinnamon pop tarts

To make these brown sugar and cinnamon pop tarts, here’s what you’ll need:

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Rolling pin
• Mixing bowls and spoons
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Pastry brush or basting brush
• Fork
• Double pie crust dough (homemade or store-bought from a 14.1-ounce package). If store-bought, let the dough come to room temperature before rolling out.
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, divided
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to make homemade homemade brown sugar cinnamon pop tarts

To make these Brown Sugar Pop Tarts, first preheat the oven to 375° F (190° C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Roll out the pie dough onto a lightly floured surface into large rectangular shapes.

Using a sharp knife, pastry cutter, or pizza cutter, cut the dough into 16 equal rectangles 3×4 inches each (8 rectangles from each dough round). Tip: Use a ruler to help ensure evenly sized rectangles. You may need to gather and re-roll the dough to get 8 rectangles from each dough round.

Next, you’ll make the filling for the homemade brown sugar cinnamon pop tarts. In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of the cinnamon, and flour.

Add the melted butter and stir until well mixed.

Spoon 1–1 1/2 tablespoons of the brown sugar and cinnamon pop tarts filling onto 8 of the rectangles, leaving a small border.

Brush the edges with the beaten egg, then top with the remaining rectangles and press the edges to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork. Tips to prevent filling from leaking out while baking: The edges must be sealed tightly, and avoid overfilling the pop tarts. Stick to 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of filling per tart to prevent bursting. Be sure to crimp well with a fork.

Brush the brown sugar poptarts tops with additional beaten egg and poke a few holes in the tops with a fork to allow steam to escape.

Place the brown sugar cinnamon poptarts on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 16–20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let the pop tarts cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before glazing (this will prevent the icing from melting off).

While the brown sugar pop tarts are cooling, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. The glaze should be a bit thick, but still spreadable. Tip: If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency. If the glaze is too runny, add a little more powdered sugar to thicken.

Drizzle the glaze over warm (not hot) pop tarts. Let the glaze set before serving.

These homemade brown sugar cinnamon pop tarts can be made ahead of time! You can assemble the pop tarts and refrigerate overnight or freeze them unbaked. Then, bake straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes.

You can store leftover brown sugar and cinnamon pop tarts in an airtight container on the counter for up to 4 days. Warm in a toaster oven or conventional oven at 300°F until heated through (avoid microwaving to maintain crispness). You can also freeze unglazed brown sugar pop tarts in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag to store for up to 2 months before baking and making the glaze fresh.

My family loves these homemade brown sugar pop tarts so much!

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