Flaky, buttery homemade pop tarts meet the warm, cozy flavors of fall in this irresistible twist on two beloved classics. Each pastry is filled with spiced pumpkin and topped with a vibrant, naturally colored orange glaze that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you're looking for a special breakfast treat or a fun weekend baking project, these pumpkin orange spice pop tarts deliver nostalgic comfort with a gourmet, seasonal upgrade.
MAKES: 8 POP TARTS
Prep time: 25 minutes, Cook time: 25 minutes, Chill time: 1 hour
INGREDIENTS
DOUGH
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold
4-6 tbsp ice-cold water
1 egg (for egg wash)
FILLING
½ cup pumpkin purée
3 tbsp brown sugar
½ tsp pumpkin spice
1 egg
ICING
1 Color Kitchen Plain Icing (Frosting) Mix
3 tbsp milk or milk alternative
1 Color Kitchen Orange Color Packet
½ tsp natural orange extract (optional)
DIRECTIONS
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut the butter into the flour mixture to create a coarse meal. Add the water, one tablespoon at a time, and stir with a wooden spoon after each addition until the mixture comes together in a crumbly dough.
Divide the dough in half and form each half into a disk. Wrap the disks in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
While the dough is chilling, prepare the filling. Combine all filling ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until evenly combined.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
When the dough is done chilling, roll each disk into a large rectangle, about ⅛ inch thick. Cut 8 even rectangles from each dough disk (16 rectangles total).
Place 8 rectangles on the baking sheet. Spoon a dollop of filling on each of the 8 rectangles, then place another rectangle of dough on top. Crimp the edges with a fork. Use a knife to poke a few holes on top of each pop tart.
Whisk an egg with a tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over each pop tart.
Bake the pop tarts for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
While the pop tarts are cooling, make the icing. Combine powdered sugar and color in a large bowl and blend. Then whisk in the remaining ingredeints until combined.
Spoon some icing onto each pop tart, and top with sprinkles. Allow icing to dry before enjoying.