Description
Delight in homemade Strawberry Pop-Tarts with a flaky, buttery crust filled with sweet strawberry preserves. These classic, toaster-treat pastries are perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack and are topped with a simple sugar glaze and optional red sanding sugar for extra sparkle.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 cup cold butter, cubed
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling
- 12 tbsp strawberry preserves
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- Red sanding sugar (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix together the flour and granulated sugar. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in the cold water and vanilla extract until the dough just comes together. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll and Cut: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Using a knife or cookie cutter, cut the dough into rectangles measuring approximately 3 by 4 inches.
- Fill and Seal: Place a heaping spoonful of strawberry preserves onto half of the dough rectangles, leaving a small border around the edges. Top each with a remaining rectangle and press edges firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges, ensuring the filling is sealed inside.
- Bake: Arrange the filled pop-tarts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until they turn golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Ice and Decorate: In a small bowl, whisk the powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over each cooled pop-tart. If desired, sprinkle with red sanding sugar for a festive touch. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the butter and water are cold to create a flaky crust.
- You can substitute strawberry preserves with your favorite jam or preserve flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, use a non-dairy milk alternative in the glaze.
- If you prefer a crispier pastry, bake a few minutes extra but watch closely to avoid burning.
- Store leftover pop-tarts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
