Strawberry Pop Tarts
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts, a sweet treat that’s both flaky and fruity. These pastries are far superior to store-bought varieties, offering a burst of fresh strawberry flavor in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they combine a buttery pastry crust with luscious strawberry preserves for a nostalgic touch that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 (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, zest, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
- For the pastry dough, combine flour, salt, and sugar; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add cold water gradually until dough forms.
- Roll out half of the dough into rectangles; fill each with strawberry filling and seal.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar and cream once cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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