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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Icing
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Cut in Butter
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Water
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
- 4
Chill Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Filling
In a small bowl, mix the fruit jam or preserves with cinnamon if using. Set aside.
Assemble Pop Tarts
- 6
Roll Out Dough
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick.
- 7
Cut Dough Shapes
Using a sharp knife or a pastry cutter, cut the dough into rectangles, roughly 3x4 inches. You should have enough for 4 filled pop tarts.
- 8
Fill the Tarts
Place half of the rectangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the fruit filling onto the center of each rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 9
Top with Dough
Place the remaining rectangles over the filled ones and press the edges together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.
- 10
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pop tarts are golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
Icing Preparation
- 11
Make Icing
In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If the icing is too thick, add a little more milk until you reach the desired consistency.
- 12
Ice the Pop Tarts
Once the pop tarts have cooled slightly, drizzle the icing over the top. Optionally, sprinkle with sprinkles for added decoration.