If you love pumpkin pie and pop tarts, then these Pumpkin Pie Pop Tarts are the perfect fall treat for you. Made with buttery pie crust, a spiced pumpkin filling, and a sweet glaze sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, they taste like mini pumpkin pies wrapped up in a nostalgic pop tart package. They’re easy to make, so festive, and guaranteed to be a hit with both kids and adults.
These pop tarts are perfect for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving dessert tables, or anytime you’re craving pumpkin spice. The flaky crust, creamy filling, and sweet topping make them irresistible. Plus, they look adorable with their orange sugar sparkle, a treat that tastes as good as it looks!
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Pie Pop Tart
• They’re a fun twist on classic pumpkin pie, portable, cute, and kid-friendly.
• You only need simple ingredients like pie crust, pumpkin puree, and warm spices.
• They bake up golden, flaky, and filled with cozy pumpkin flavor.
• The glaze and decorative sugar make them festive and eye-catching.
• Perfect for holidays, parties, bake sales, or cozy fall afternoons.
What You Need
Ingredient Notes
• Pie crust: Store-bought makes these quick and easy, but homemade works too.
• Pumpkin puree: Use 100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
• Pumpkin pie spice: Adds that cozy, warm flavor.
• Egg wash: Just an egg and a little water whisked together. Brush on crust before baking. Helps the pop tarts bake up golden and shiny.
• Glaze: Powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, classic and simple.
• Toppings: Cinnamon sugar and orange sanding sugar for sparkle.
How to Make Pumpkin Pie Pop Tarts
• Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment.
• Mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
• Unroll one pie crust onto 14-inch pizza pan.
• Spoon filling onto crust, then top with the other crust.
• Seal edges with a fork, poke holes, and brush with egg wash.
• Bake until golden brown, about 20-30 minutes.
• Cool, then glaze and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and decorative sugar.
Frequently Asked Questions
• Can I use homemade pie crust? Yes, it will make them even more delicious.
• Do these need to be refrigerated? Store leftovers in an airtight container in refrigerater for up to 5 days.
• Can I freeze them? Yes, freeze before glazing, then thaw and glaze before serving.
• Can I make them ahead? Yes, bake the pastries a day ahead and glaze before serving.
Quick Tips
• Make sure the edges are sealed well so the filling doesn’t leak.
• Don’t skip the egg wash, it gives them a golden finish.
• Let them cool completely before glazing or the icing will melt.
• Switch up the sprinkles for different holidays, orange for Halloween, gold for Thanksgiving, red and green for Christmas.
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Pumpkin Pie Pop Tarts
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts, slightly thawed
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- pinch of salt
- 1 egg (beaten egg with 2 teaspoons water to make an egg wash)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange decorative sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line 14-inch pizza pan with parchment. In a medium bowl, whisk together pumpkin, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until smooth. Unroll one pie crust onto prepared pan.
- Stir together pumpkin, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt in a medium bowl. Spoon pumpkin filling into the center of pie crust. Top with remaining pie crust, press edges to seal (dot edges with a tiny bit of water to help stick), and crimp with a fork. Poke small holes in the tops with a toothpick and brush with egg wash. Bake until golden brown, about 20-30 minutes. Cool 10 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon over cooled crust, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and sprinkles. Let glaze set before serving. Cut into triangles like a pizza. Store covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Savannah Ode says
This is SOOO delicious!! Perfect combination