Satisfy your cravings and relive childhood nostalgia with these Homemade Pop Tarts. These flaky pastries, filled with your favorite jam or fruit preserves, are a perfect breakfast treat or on-the-go snack. Making them from scratch allows you to customize flavors, control ingredients, and enjoy a fresh, wholesome version of this beloved classic. Follow this recipe to create your own batch of Homemade Pop Tarts that will delight both kids and adults alike.
Homemade Pop Tarts - A Delightful Breakfast
Homemade Pop Tarts offer a delightful twist on a classic treat, allowing you to infuse your creativity into each delicious bite. With their flaky pastry and luscious filling, these pastries are the perfect way to start your day or satisfy your sweet cravings. By following this recipe, you'll be able to create these delightful treats in the comfort of your own kitchen, bringing the joy of homemade goodness to your breakfast or snack time.
Equipment
- rolling pin
- pastry brush
- baking sheet
- fork
Ingredients
- all purpose flour
- granulated sugar
- salt
- unsalted butter
- ice water
- fruit jam
- egg
- milk
- vailla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, starting with 1/4 cup and adding more if needed, until the dough just comes together. Be cautious not to overwork the dough.
- Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disc, and wrap in plastic wrap.Refrigerate the dough discs for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- On a floured surface, roll out one of the chilled dough discs to about 1/8-inch thickness.
- Use a sharp knife or a rectangular cookie cutter to cut out rectangles from the rolled-out dough. Aim for pairs of equal-sized rectangles for each Pop Tart.
- Place a spoonful of fruit jam or preserves in the center of half of the pastry rectangles.Place a matching rectangle on top of each filled one and press gently around the edges to seal.
- Use a fork to crimp the edges of the sealed Pop Tarts, creating a decorative border
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk or water to create an egg wash.Brush the tops of the Pop Tarts with the egg wash to give them a golden-brown finish when baked.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).Place the assembled Pop Tarts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- If desired, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a glaze.Drizzle the glaze over the cooled Pop Tarts for an added touch of sweetness.
- Allow the Pop Tarts to cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
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Notes
- Experiment with different fillings, such as Nutella, peanut butter, or even savory options like cheese and ham.
- For a more colorful touch, you can add food coloring to the glaze.
- Store the Homemade Pop Tarts in an airtight container for freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 900g
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