Homemade Pop Tarts
Pop Tarts
Every now and then I want a nostalgic, yet fancy breakfast. And elevating homemade pop tarts so they’re bursting with flavor is quick, easy and delicious. I promise when I say they are easy-to-make treats that you will love. Let's start with my homemade pop tart recipe for any flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 whole Refrigerated Pre-made Pie Crusts
- Fruit Jam (any variety), divided
- 1 tbsp. Cornstarch
- 1 Egg
- Sprinkles (for garnish)
**For the Icing:**
- 1 c. Powdered Sugar
- 1 tbsp. Fruit Jam
- 1-2 tbsp. Heavy Cream (or more as needed)
Instructions
1. Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 400ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix ½ cup jam with cornstarch. Crack the egg into a second small bowl and whisk.
2. Assembly:
- Flour a large work surface and lay both pie crusts out on it. Roll the circles to 11 inches across. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the edges off, about 1 inch off all sides, to create two 9-inch squares. Then cut each square into three 3-inch stripes, or 6 total.
- Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of jam on one end of each strip. Brush a rectangle of egg around the jam, to glue the sides together. Fold the dry end over the end with jam.
- Use a fork to crimp the edges together on all sides. Repeat with remaining pie crust strips.
- Move the pop tarts to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden. Cool.
3. Icing:
- After the pop tarts have cooled for several minutes, whisk powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon jam, and 1-2 tablespoons cream together to create an icing glaze.
- Spoon over the top of each pop tart and immediately sprinkle with sugar sprinkles. Let the icing dry, either on the baking sheets or on a wire rack.
Flavor Options
1. Classic Strawberry:
Use strawberry jam for filling and garnish with pink sprinkles.
2. Blueberry Bliss:
Fill with blueberry jam and top with purple sprinkles for a burst of flavor.
3. Apple Cinnamon Delight:
Spread apple jam inside and dust with cinnamon sugar for a cozy treat.
4. Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence:
Swap jam for chocolate hazelnut spread and drizzle with melted chocolate for a decadent twist.
5. Mixed Berry Burst:
Combine mixed berry jam filling and sprinkle with an assortment of colorful sprinkles for a yummy treat.
let’s eat
Experiment with different flavors and get creative with your toppings to customize these homemade pop tarts to your liking. Whether you enjoy them warm or at room temperature, these delightful treats are sure to brighten up your mornings and satisfy your sweet cravings. Enjoy!
