Homemade Pop Tarts
These Homemade Pop Tarts are buttery, flaky, and filled with a sweet fruit jam, then topped with a simple vanilla glaze. Unlike store-bought versions, these pop tarts are made with real ingredients, customizable flavors, and no preservatives. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a nostalgic homemade treat.
Ingredients
For the Pastry Dough
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- 6–8 tablespoons ice-cold water
For the Filling
- ¾ cup strawberry jam (or any fruit jam of choice)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thicker filling)
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add cold butter and cut it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water until dough comes together.
- Divide dough into two disks, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough and cut into equal rectangles.
- Place jam in the center of half the rectangles.
- Cover with remaining rectangles and seal edges using a fork.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before glazing.
- Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over cooled pop tarts.
Notes
- Chill the dough properly for flaky layers.
- Do not overfill, or jam may leak during baking.
- You can freeze unbaked pop tarts for later use.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 4g
- Sugar: 16g