Description

Chocolate Fudge Pop-Tarts are homemade pastry treats with a rich, fudgy chocolate filling, wrapped in a flaky chocolate crust and topped with a chocolate glaze. A nostalgic and indulgent breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

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For the chocolate pastry:
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3–4 tablespoons ice water
For the chocolate fudge filling:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the glaze:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2–3 teaspoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: chocolate sprinkles

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Instructions

In a food processor, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Add butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together.
Form into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, make the filling: melt chocolate chips with cream in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth. Stir in powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla. Let cool.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into 3×4-inch rectangles.
Place half the rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling into the center of each. Top with remaining rectangles, press edges with a fork to seal, and prick tops with a fork to vent.
Bake for 15–18 minutes or until edges are firm. Cool completely on a wire rack.
For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, cocoa, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over cooled pastries and top with sprinkles if using. Let set before serving.

Notes

Chilling the dough helps keep the crust flaky and easy to handle.
Pastries can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for longer freshness.
Reheat briefly in a toaster oven for a warm treat—avoid using a pop-up toaster with glaze.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pop-tart
Calories: 310
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg