Description
These Easy Homemade Pop Tarts are a delightful and simple treat made from rolled pie crust and your favorite jam or preserves. Perfect as a nostalgic breakfast or a sweet snack, they feature a golden crust baked to perfection and a smooth, sweet glaze topping. The recipe is quick to prepare, requiring just 35 minutes from start to finish, and yields six servings.
Ingredients
Scale
Pop Tarts
- 1 package rolled pie crust (2 count, 7.5 oz total)
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons jam or preserves (flavor of choice)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream
- 2 tablespoons jam
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to get it ready for baking the pop tarts.
- Prepare Pie Crust Rectangles: Lay a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet. Unroll one sheet of pie crust onto another sheet of parchment. Cut out rectangles approximately 3 inches by 5 inches using an index card or ruler as a guide. Gather the leftover crust pieces, knead them together, and roll out into a thin layer just under 1/4 inch thick to cut more rectangles. Alternatively, you can cut and assemble pop tarts individually.
- Assemble Pop Tarts: Beat the egg in a small bowl to make your egg wash. Place 8 rectangles on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon about 1 1/2 tablespoons of jam onto each rectangle, spreading gently but keeping away from the edges. Brush the edges of each rectangle with the egg wash, then lay a second rectangle on top. Pinch the edges together gently to seal, then crimp with a fork around the edges. Poke small holes on the top surface to allow steam to escape. Brush the entire top of each pop tart, including edges, with the egg wash for a beautiful golden finish.
- Bake: Bake the pop tarts in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and flaky.
- Prepare and Apply Icing: While the pop tarts cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk or cream, jam, and vanilla extract to create the icing. Spread the icing over each cooled pop tart. Optionally, decorate with sprinkles, crushed freeze-dried berries, or edible rose petals for an elegant touch.
- Storage: Store the pop tarts in an airtight container for up to two days. They are best enjoyed fresh.
Notes
- Use any jam or preserves of your choice to customize flavors.
- Ensure to poke holes on the top crust to prevent bubbling during baking.
- The icing adds sweetness and moisture but can be omitted if preferred.
- Pop tarts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for short periods in an airtight container.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
