Description
Get ready to indulge in the nostalgic goodness of these homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts! With a delightful flaky crust and vibrant strawberry filling, this recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Made with fresh strawberries and customizable to your liking, these pastries bring a sense of joy to any occasion. Whether dressed up with icing and sprinkles or enjoyed plain, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to make even for novice bakers, these pop tarts are an invitation to explore your creativity in the kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups sliced strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
- 4–5 tablespoons cold water
- 1 cup strawberry preserves
- double pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- Rainbow sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by mixing sliced strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar in a bowl. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add cold water gradually until dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two discs and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out one disc of dough and cut into rectangles.
- Assemble by placing strawberry filling on half of the rectangles, topping with another rectangle, and sealing edges with a fork.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling before glazing.
- Glaze with powdered sugar mixed with cream or milk and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart (72g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg