Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces baileys
- 1 1/2 ounces Kahlua
- 1 1/2 ounces peppermint schnapps
- decorator sugar red and green, for rimming glasses
Nutrition
- Calories : 300 calories
- Carbohydrate : 37 grams
- Sodium : 5 milligrams
- Sugar : 37 grams
For many people, Christmas is a time for indulging in delicious treats and desserts. And what better way to celebrate this festive season than with a batch of homemade Christmas Pop Tarts? These flaky, buttery pastries filled with your favorite holiday flavors are sure to be a hit with friends and family. Not only are they easy to make, but they also make for a great gift or addition to any holiday party. So, put on your apron and get ready to spread some holiday cheer with this simple and tasty Christmas Pop Tarts recipe.
Jump to RecipeIf you want to add a little extra sweetness to your Christmas Pop Tarts, you can make a simple glaze by whisking together 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pop tarts and let it set before serving.
Now that you have your homemade Christmas Pop Tarts, you can enjoy them with a warm cup of hot chocolate or give them as gifts to your loved ones. These festive treats are sure to be a hit and will add a touch of holiday magic to any occasion. Happy baking and happy holidays!
HTML Code: <h2>Ingredients You Will Need:</h2> <h3>For the crust:</h3> <ul> <li><b>2 cups all-purpose flour</b></li> <li>1 tablespoon granulated sugar</li> <li>1/2 teaspoon salt</li> <li>1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes</li> <li>1/4 cup cold water</li> </ul> <h3>For the filling:</h3> <ul> <li><b>1 cup cranberry sauce</b></li> <li>1/4 cup brown sugar</li> <li>1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon</li> <li>1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg</li> </ul> <h2>Instructions:</h2> <ol> <li>In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.</li> <li>Add the cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand.</li> <li>Slowly add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a ball and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.</li> <li>While the dough is chilling, make the filling by combining the cranberry sauce, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.</li> <li>Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.</li> <li>On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a <b>Christmas-shaped cookie cutter</b> to cut out an even number of shapes.</li> <li>Place half of the shapes on the prepared baking sheet and spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cranberry filling onto each shape, leaving a small border around the edges.</li> <li>Top each filled shape with another dough shape, and use a fork to crimp the edges and seal the pop tarts.</li> <li>Use a <b>small knife</b> to cut a few slits on the top of each pop tart to allow steam to escape while baking.</li> <li>Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pop tarts are golden brown.</li> <li>Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.</li> </ol> <h2>Optional Glaze:</h2> <p>If you want to add a little extra sweetness to your Christmas Pop Tarts, you can make a simple glaze by whisking together <b>1 cup powdered sugar</b>, <b>1 tablespoon milk</b>, and <b>1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract</b> until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pop tarts and let it set before serving.</p> <p>Now that you have your homemade Christmas Pop Tarts, you can enjoy them with a warm cup of hot chocolate or give them as gifts to your loved ones. These festive treats are sure to be a hit and will add a touch of holiday magic to any occasion. Happy baking and happy holidays!</p>Ingredients
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