Description

Homemade Pop Tarts are a delightful twist on the classic breakfast treat, featuring flaky pie crust filled with a cinnamon brown sugar blend and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfectly cooked in an air fryer for a golden, crispy exterior, these easy-to-make pastries are delicious for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Dough

2 refrigerated pie crusts

Filling

½ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons flour

Egg Wash

1 large egg
1 tablespoon water

Glaze

½ cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon heavy cream (plus more as needed)
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Prepare Dough: Roll out one pie crust into a 12-inch circle. Cut into six rectangles measuring approximately 3×4 inches. Reroll any scraps to cut out remaining pieces. Repeat this process with the second pie crust.
Make Egg Wash: Whisk the egg together with 1 tablespoon of water until smooth and uniform.
Arrange Base Dough: Place half of the dough rectangles on a clean work surface and brush the tops evenly with the egg wash to help seal the pastries later.
Mix Filling: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour, stirring until well mixed.
Add Filling: Evenly sprinkle about 1 ½ tablespoons of the brown sugar mixture onto each dough piece, leaving an edge clear around the sides to allow for sealing.
Seal Pop Tarts: Lay the remaining dough rectangles over the filled pieces. Use a fork to crimp the edges tightly, sealing the filling inside. Brush the tops of each pastry with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the pop tarts in the fryer basket without overcrowding, working in batches if necessary. Cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Cool: Remove the cooked pop tarts from the air fryer and allow them to cool completely to room temperature before glazing.
Prepare Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and cinnamon in a bowl. Adjust with additional heavy cream as needed to reach your desired glaze consistency.
Glaze Pop Tarts: Spoon or drizzle the glaze over the cooled pop tarts. Let the glaze set for about 15 minutes before serving to allow it to harden slightly.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer; cook pop tarts in batches to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
The flour in the filling helps absorb moisture and creates a better texture inside the tart.
For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream in the glaze with coconut cream or another non-dairy milk thickened appropriately.
You can customize fillings by adding fruit preserves or other spices to suit your taste.
Letting the pop tarts cool before glazing prevents the glaze from melting and sliding off.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes per batch
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American

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