Homemade Pumpkin Pie Pop Tarts
Flaky, buttery golden pastry rectangles filled with spiced autumn pumpkin pie filling, finished with rich maple cinnamon glaze and festive sprinkles.
In a nutshell: This authentic american homemade pumpkin pie pop tarts comes together in just 47 mins using simple whole ingredients. The chef's secret is to Using refrigerated pie crusts or homemade cold all-butter pastry yields tender, flaky pock. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
Featured in Pinterest's breakout spotlight (+20% MoM search surge for pop tart varieties), these Homemade Pumpkin Pie Pop Tarts deliver pure bakery nostalgia! Flaky all-butter pie pastry filled with silky spiced pumpkin pie filling, iced with sweet maple glaze and cinnamon sprinkles.
Key Equipment
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- Rolling pin
- Pizza cutter or bench scraper
- Fork for crimping
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
Chef's Pro-Tips
- Use cold all-butter pie dough: Using refrigerated pie crusts or homemade cold all-butter pastry yields tender, flaky pockets that won't leak.
- Seal edges with egg wash and fork: Lightly brush pastry borders with egg wash before pressing top crust down and firmly crimping with fork tines to prevent filling leaks.
- Vent tops with a toothpick: Prick 4-5 small holes in the top crust before baking so steam escapes cleanly without ballooning the pastry.
Ingredients
8
servings
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1 box (2 rolled sheets, 14 oz) refrigerated pie crusts or all-butter pie dough, chilled
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¾ cup 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie mix
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3 tbsp brown sugar, packed
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1 tsp pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract, divided
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1 large egg, whisked with 1 tbsp water for egg wash
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1 cup powdered sugar, for glaze
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2 tbsp pure maple syrup, for maple glaze
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2 tbsp milk or heavy cream, to reach glaze consistency
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1 tbsp fall leaf sprinkles or cinnamon sugar, for festive topping
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat Oven & Mix Filling
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, stir pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and fragrant.
Roll & Cut Pastry Rectangles
Unroll pie dough sheets on a lightly floured board. Cut edges into clean rectangles and slice each sheet into eight 3x4-inch rectangles (yielding 16 rectangles total: 8 bottoms and 8 tops).
Fill & Seal Pop Tarts
Place 8 bottom rectangles on prepared baking sheet. Spoon 1.5 to 2 tablespoons of spiced pumpkin filling into center of each, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Lightly brush borders with egg wash. Place top pastry rectangles over filling. Press edges firmly with fingers, then crimp with fork tines. Prick 4-5 vent holes in each top.
Bake until Golden-Brown
Brush tops lightly with egg wash. Bake for 20-22 minutes until edges are crisp and pastries are golden-brown. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before glazing.
Glaze, Sprinkle & Enjoy
Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, remaining vanilla, and milk until thick and glossy. Spoon generous glaze over each cooled pop tart, spreading gently with a spoon. Scatter fall sprinkles or cinnamon on top. Let glaze set 10 minutes, then enjoy!
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Yes! A standard 2-pack box of refrigerated pie dough rolls out easily and makes 8 delicious pop tarts with zero fuss.
Reheat unglazed pop tarts in a toaster! If already glazed, warm them in a toaster oven or standard oven at 300°F for 4-5 minutes so the glaze stays pretty.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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