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Vegan Pumpkin Pop Tarts

Vegan Pumpkin Pop Tarts That Embrace Autumn's Sweetness

These Vegan Pumpkin Pop Tarts embrace autumn's sweetness with a flaky crust and delightful spiced filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 240 g All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Caster Sugar Use coconut sugar for a healthier alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Spice A mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger can work as well.
  • 220 g Dairy-Free Block Butter Coconut oil can be used as a vegan alternative.
  • Ice-Water Add gradually until the dough comes together smoothly.
For the Filling
  • 100 g Pumpkin Puree Both homemade and canned options work well.
  • 2 teaspoons Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 50 g Maple Syrup Agave syrup can be used for a lighter flavor option.
For the Glaze
  • 100 g Icing Sugar Powdered erythritol can be used for a lower sugar option.
  • Dairy-Free Milk Any plant-based milk will work here.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Tray
  • Cookie cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 240g of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of caster sugar, and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin spice. Cut 220g of cold dairy-free butter into the mixture until it resembles sandy crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan). Roll out the chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut out pastry pieces using a pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter. Arrange them on lined baking trays, leaving space between each.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 100g of pumpkin puree, 50g of maple syrup, 2 teaspoons of cornstarch, and an additional teaspoon of pumpkin spice. Stir until smooth.
  4. Take half of the pastry shapes and scoop a generous tablespoon of the pumpkin filling onto each. Brush the edges of the filled pastries with dairy-free milk to help seal them.
  5. Place the remaining pastry shapes on top and press edges together. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 100g of icing sugar, 50g of maple syrup, 100g of pumpkin puree, and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice until thick yet pourable.
  7. Drizzle the prepared glaze over the cooled pop tarts and let it set for about 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, keep the butter cold, avoid overfilling, and let the dough chill before rolling out. Experiment with spices for unique flavors.

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