y’all!!
if you’re looking for a sweet treat that’s easy to make, delicious, and packed with nutritious ingredients, these no bake cinnamon sugar pop tarts are your new best friend.
whoooo loved these as a kid?? let’s dive into what makes these no bake pop tarts even better.
taste and texture
these no bake cinnamon sugar pop tarts are the BEST combination of flavors and textures.
the base is soft yet slightly chewy, thanks to the blend of gluten-free oat flour and almond flour.
the filling, made from dates, almond butter, and cinnamon, is perfectly sweet and gooey.
topping it all off is a simple glaze made from coconut oil, cinnamon, and date sugar that adds just the right amount of sweetness and a hint of spice.
a nutritious option
unlike traditional pop tarts, this homemade version is a much better alternative if that’s what you’re looking for!
they’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with whole, natural ingredients.
make sure you use a certified gluten-free oat flour!
the dates provide natural sweetness and are a great source of fiber, while almond flour and almond butter add healthy fats and protein.
maple syrup offers a natural sweetness without the spike in blood sugar that comes from refined sugars.
ingredient substitutions
one of the great things about this recipe is its flexibility. here are a few substitutions you can try:
- nut butters: if you’re allergic to almonds or prefer a different flavor, you can use any nut or seed butter, like peanut butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter.
- sweeteners: if you don’t have maple syrup on hand, you can use agave syrup.
- almond flour: you can try sunflower seed flour! here is a link to make some!
how to make them
making these pop tarts is as easy as it gets:
- make the dough: in a food processor, combine 1 and 2/3 cups gluten-free oat flour, 1/3 cup almond flour, 1/3 cup runny almond butter, 4 tbsp maple syrup, 1/4 cup + 1-4 tbsp dairy-free milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. process until smooth and the dough comes together. if the dough is too dry, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time.
- roll out the dough: place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness. cut the dough into 8 larger squares.
- make the filling: in a food processor, combine 1 cup pitted dates (soaked in warm water for 10 minutes), 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp gluten-free oat flour, 1 tsp vanilla bean paste, and 2 tbsp almond butter. process until smooth.
- assemble the pop tarts: place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough square. place another dough square on top and seal the edges with a fork.
- make the glaze: in a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp melted coconut oil, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 2 tbsp date sugar. drizzle or spread the glaze over the top of the pop tarts.
- set and enjoy: let the glaze set before serving. enjoy your delicious, homemade no bake cinnamon sugar pop tarts!
storage
store these pop tarts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
you can also freeze them for longer storage; just let them thaw at room temperature before eating.
these obsession-worthy no bake cinnamon sugar pop tarts are a fantastic treat that you can feel good about eating.
they’re nostalgic and ridiculously delicious!
whether you’re enjoying them as an afternoon snack, or a sweet dessert, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household. happy snacking!
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No Bake Vegan Protein Glazed Donuts
Vegan Chocolate Chip Protein Banana Cake
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Vegan No Bake Protein Carrot Cake Bites
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Obsession-Worthy No Bake Cinnamon Sugar Pop Tarts
Ingredients
Method
- in a food processor, combine the gluten-free oat flour, almond flour, almond butter (or pecan butter), maple syrup, dairy-free milk, and vanilla extract.
- process until the dough comes together and is smooth. if the dough is too dry, add more dairy-free milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
- roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thickness. cut the rolled dough into 8 larger squares.
- drain the soaked dates and place them in a food processor. add the ground cinnamon, oat flour, vanilla bean paste, and almond butter.
- process until smooth and well combined. if the mixture is too thick, you can add a small amount of water to achieve the desired consistency.
- place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each dough square, spread, then place another dough square on top. seal the edges with a fork.
- in a small bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, ground cinnamon, and date sugar. stir until well mixed.drizzle or spread the glaze over the top of the assembled pop tarts.
- place in the freezer for 30 minutes to set and enjoy!
