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Homemade Strawberry Pop-Tarts with Vanilla Glaze

  • Author: SOFIA
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Description

A simple, forgiving recipe for homemade strawberry pop-tarts featuring a flaky no-knead pastry dough, real fruit filling, and a thick vanilla bean glaze. Perfect for weekend brunch or freezing for busy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 6–8 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 cup strawberry jam or preserves
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a fork or pastry cutter to cut it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
  3. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just starts to come together.
  4. Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Roll out one disc of dough into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick and cut into 8-10 squares.
  7. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam mixed with lemon juice onto the center of each square.
  8. Brush the edges with water or egg wash, place another square of dough on top, and press edges firmly with a fork to seal.
  9. Poke a small hole in the center of each tart to let steam escape.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown, rotating pans halfway through.
  11. While baking, whisk together confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to make the glaze.
  12. Let tarts cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle with glaze and let set for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep all ingredients cold for a flaky crust. Do not overfill the tarts to prevent leaking. The dough can be frozen unbaked for up to 3 months. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pop-tart
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Carbohydrates: 38
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4

Keywords: homemade pop-tarts, strawberry pastry, vanilla glaze, breakfast recipe, freezer friendly, kid-friendly breakfast, easy pastry

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