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The Ultimate Toaster Tart Recipe: A Delicious Twist on a Classic

A Match Made in Heaven: Apple Pie and Pop-Tarts Unite

Imagine the perfect blend of a flaky, cinnamon-infused pastry and the sweetness of fresh apples, all wrapped up in a convenient, handheld package. This innovative recipe brings together the best of both worlds, combining the comfort of a classic apple pie with the fun and ease of a Pop-Tart.

Getting Started: Tips and Tricks

Before you begin, keep in mind that you can roll out the dough scraps to create one or two extra tarts. Just be sure to prepare extra filling and glaze accordingly. You can also make the dough a day in advance, letting it soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes before rolling out.

The Perfect Pastry Dough

To create the perfect pastry dough, you’ll need:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 2 sticks (8 ounces) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1/4 cup milk (not nonfat)

Whisk the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt together in a large bowl until combined. Add the butter and toss with your fingers until well coated in the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut or rub the butter into the dry ingredients until reduced to pea-size pieces. Whisk the egg yolks and milk together in a small bowl until combined, then add to the flour mixture and mix with your hands until large clumps form. Turn the mixture out onto a work surface and knead briefly, smearing the butter into the dough with the heel of your palm until the dough completely comes together, about 1 minute. Divide the dough into 2 equal portions and shape into 2 (6-by-5-inch) rectangles. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

The Sweet and Tangy Apple Filling

For the apple-cinnamon filling, you’ll need:

• 2 medium apples, such as Pink Lady or Gala
• 7 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 pinches fine salt

Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch pieces. Combine all the ingredients in a medium frying pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved and the apple juices begin to release, about 5 minutes. Continue cooking until the apples just begin to soften, about 3 minutes more. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Assembling the Tarts

To assemble the tarts, you’ll need:

• Flour, for rolling the dough
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon water

Heat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Lightly dust a work surface with flour and roll out 1 dough portion into a rough 12-by-10-inch rectangle, rotating the dough and reflouring the surface and rolling pin often to prevent sticking. Trim the dough to a 10-1/2-by-9-inch rectangle and cut into 6 equal rectangles. Using a flat spatula, transfer the rectangles to the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.

The Finishing Touches: Glazing and Baking

For the glaze, you’ll need:

• 3/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
• 2 tablespoons reserved apple-cinnamon filling juices
• 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons milk (not nonfat), plus more as needed

Whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl until evenly combined. You may need to add more milk by the 1/2 teaspoon if the glaze is too thick.

Place the wire rack with the tarts on it over a baking sheet. Using a spoon, drizzle about 1 tablespoon of the glaze over each pastry. Let set before eating, about 15 minutes.

The Final Result: A Deliciously Unique Toaster Tart

With its flaky, cinnamon-infused pastry and sweet, tangy apple filling, this toaster tart is sure to become a new favorite. Perfect for breakfast on-the-go or as a sweet snack, this recipe is a game-changer. So go ahead, give it a try, and experience the ultimate comfort food fusion!