Homemade Apple Pop Tarts (Printer-Friendly Version)
Flaky pastries filled with spiced apples and topped with a sweet glaze, ideal for fall.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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
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1 to 2 tablespoons milk
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Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon or drizzle of caramel
# Steps to Follow:
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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 the pie crusts if needed, then cut into approximately 3 by 4 inch rectangles.
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Place spoonfuls of cooled apple filling onto half of the rectangles, leaving edges clear. Brush borders with beaten egg. Cover with remaining rectangles and press edges to seal using a fork. Poke several holes in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
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Brush tops with the remaining egg wash. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
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Allow pop tarts to cool slightly. Mix powdered sugar with milk and optional cinnamon or caramel, then drizzle glaze over the pastries.
# Additional Tips:
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For enhanced flavor, add nutmeg to the filling or vanilla to the glaze.