Description
Flaky, buttery homemade pop tarts filled with sweet jam and topped with a simple vanilla glaze. A nostalgic treat made from scratch with customizable flavors and decorations.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
- 3/4 cup fruit jam or preserves
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Roll out one disc on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into even rectangles.
- Place half of the rectangles on a lined baking sheet. Spoon a small amount of jam into the center of each, leaving a border around the edges.
- Roll out the second disc, cut matching rectangles, and place over the jam-covered pieces. Press edges with a fork to seal and poke holes on top for steam to escape.
- Chill assembled pop tarts for 20–30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the glaze. Spread over cooled pastries and decorate with sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- Do not overfill to prevent leaking during baking.
- Chilling the assembled pop tarts helps maintain their shape.
- Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freeze unglazed pop tarts for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the oven or toaster oven to keep the crust crisp.
- Customize fillings with different jams, chocolate hazelnut spread, or brown sugar cinnamon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
