This easy Homemade Apple Cinnamon Pop-Tarts recipe is derived from my Apple Pie recipe that you can find in a previous blog post here. What makes them extra special is the cinnamon glaze on top—it’s simple and adds just the right amount of sweetness that pairs perfectly with the warm, gooey apple filling and flaky crust.

They’re perfect for pairing with a hot cup of coffee, tea, or even apple cider on a crisp morning. Kids will love them as a fun after-school treat, and adults will appreciate that they taste like a cross between a toaster pastry and our mini apple pies.

In this blog post, you’ll find a recipe for Easy Homemade Apple Cinnamon Pop-Tarts

Easy Homemade Apple Cinnamon Pop-Tarts

Why You’ll Love Homemade Pop-Tarts

Better ingredients – You control the quality and freshness.

Customizable – Add more cinnamon, swap in pears, or drizzle with caramel.

Cozy flavors – Apple and cinnamon are the ultimate comfort pairing.

Fun to make – A great baking project for kids or weekend kitchen fun.

Pastry Filling Ingredients

1 package pre-made pie crust

4 small Gala apples or 2 cups (peeled, cored, & diced)

1/4 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice

1/8 tsp nutmeg

1/8 tsp pink sea salt

3/4 tsp flour

2 tsp sugar

1.5 tsp fresh lemon juice

Icing Ingredients

2/3 cup powdered sugar

2 tsp water

1 tsp vanilla extract

cinnamon (optional)

Tips & Variations

Shortcut option: I always use store-bought pie crust because who honestly has time to make dough from scratch! Store-bought saves you so much time.

Extra indulgent: Drizzle with caramel sauce or raspberry sauce.

Make ahead: These can be baked and frozen. Just pop them in the toaster-oven when ready to eat. They most likely will not hold up well in a standard toaster.

 Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Remove the pre-made pie crust from the refrigerator to thaw or bring it to room temperature; this will make it easier to work with.

Wash apples. Prepare apples by using a 3-in-1 apple peeler, corer, and slicer. Dice apples as small as possible.

Add sugar, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, flour, salt, nutmeg, and lemon juice to apples. Mix to incorporate.

On a silicone mat, roll out the pie crust into a rectangle. If you can’t quite get into a rectangle shape, use a pizza cutter to cut off the edges and form a rectangle. Then cut into long sections.

Add the apple mixture to the bottom and then fold the top over to cover the apples. Gently press the dough together and then use a fork to pinch the crust together.

Place the Pop-Tarts on a cookie sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden.

While Pop-Tarts are baking, prepare the icing.

Whisk together powdered sugar, water, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Brush each pastry with icing once you remove the Pop-Tarts from the oven. Sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.

Allow Pop-Tarts to cool slightly and serve warm!

Yields 10-12 small Pop-Tarts

These Easy Homemade Apple Cinnamon Pop-Tarts are the perfect way to bring warmth and comfort into your kitchen this fall. Whether you’re enjoying them on a crisp autumn morning or sharing them around the table with loved ones, they’re guaranteed to make everyone smile.