Homemade Apple Pop Tarts (Printer-Friendly)
Flaky pastry with warm apple filling and a sweet cinnamon glaze for a comforting treat.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Pastry
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2 refrigerated pie crusts
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1 egg, beaten (for sealing and brushing)
→ Filling
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2 medium apples, peeled and diced
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg or a splash of vanilla extract
→ Glaze
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3/4 cup powdered sugar (approximately 85 grams)
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1 to 2 tablespoons milk
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Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon or drizzle of caramel
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a skillet, combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until apples soften, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
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Roll out pie crusts and cut them into rectangles measuring approximately 3 by 4 inches.
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Place filling on half of the dough rectangles, leaving edges clear. Brush the edges with beaten egg.
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Cover with remaining dough rectangles. Press edges firmly with a fork to seal and poke small holes on the top surface to vent steam.
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Brush the tops with beaten egg and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
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Allow to cool slightly before applying the glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with milk and optional cinnamon or caramel drizzle.
# Additional Suggestions:
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Use a sharp knife for clean cuts to prevent dough tearing. Cooling the filling before assembly prevents soggy crusts.