Description
These Pumpkin Pie Pop Tarts are a delightful autumn treat featuring a flaky pie crust filled with a spiced pumpkin puree blend. Perfect for a seasonal breakfast or snack, these pop tarts combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie in a portable, bite-sized form. Easy to prepare with store-bought or homemade pie crust, they bake to a golden crisp and are fun to customize with cute pumpkin-shaped designs.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1/2 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Dough
- Flour, for rolling out the dough
- 1 pie crust (purchased or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, combine the unsweetened pumpkin puree, packed brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until evenly mixed. This will be the flavorful filling for your tarts.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out your pie crust dough to a uniform 1/4-inch thickness. Use a pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter to cut out about 20 shapes from the dough. If desired, use a paring knife to carve pumpkin faces or wrinkle details into half of the pumpkin shapes for a festive look. Alternatively, rectangular shapes may be used.
- Assemble Tarts: Place a pumpkin-cut dough shape without cut-outs onto a floured surface. Spoon a heaping teaspoon of the pumpkin filling onto the center and spread it toward the edges, leaving a small border. Lightly moisten the edges of the dough with water using your finger. Carefully top with a cut-out pumpkin dough shape and gently press the edges to seal the filling inside. Repeat this until all tarts are assembled.
- Bake: Arrange the assembled pop tarts evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 18 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oven and allow the tarts to cool on a rack before serving.
Notes
- You can use store-bought pie crust to save time or make your own from scratch for a fresher taste.
- Feel free to customize the pumpkin pie spice by adding cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves according to preference.
- Be sure to seal the edges well to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
- Allow the tarts to cool completely for best flavor and easier handling.
- These pop tarts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
