Description
These Cookie Butter Pop Tarts are a delicious, indulgent twist on the classic treat. Filled with creamy, spiced cookie butter (speculoos spread), these homemade pop tarts are flaky, buttery, and bursting with the rich flavor of cinnamon, brown sugar, and spice. Whether you’re enjoying them as a breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or a fun dessert, these homemade pop tarts are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
For the Pastry:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 cup ice water (more if needed)
For the Filling:
1/2 cup cookie butter (speculoos spread)
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for extra spice)
For the Glaze:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of cinnamon (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Make the Pastry Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to come together. You may need more or less water depending on your dough’s consistency. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it a few times until it forms a smooth ball. Divide the dough in half, wrap each half in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the cookie butter with powdered sugar and cinnamon (if using) until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- Roll Out the Dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the dough has chilled, roll out one half on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut the dough into rectangles, approximately 3×4 inches. You should get about 8 rectangles (4 pop tarts), depending on the size.
- Assemble the Pop Tarts: Place a spoonful of the cookie butter filling onto the center of half of the dough rectangles, leaving a border around the edges. Top each with another rectangle of dough, pressing the edges together with a fork to seal them. You can also use your fingers to crimp the edges if you prefer. Cut a few small slits in the top of each pop tart to allow steam to escape while baking.
- Bake: Transfer the assembled pop tarts to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and flaky. Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before glazing.
- Make the Glaze: While the pop tarts cool, make the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve: Once the pop tarts have cooled enough to handle, drizzle the glaze over the top of each one. Optional: Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top of the glaze for an extra burst of flavor. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
For a twist, add a thin layer of chocolate spread or Nutella under the cookie butter filling for a chocolatey boost.
Use almond butter or peanut butter as an alternative filling for a different flavor profile.
Mixing in mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts into the cookie butter filling will add texture to the filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (excluding dough chilling time)
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
