Homemade Pop-Tarts
Delicious homemade pastries with a flaky pastry crust and two delightful fillings – a brown sugar-cinnamon filling and a fruity strawberry filling. These pastries are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat any time of day. The combination of buttery crust, sweet fillings, and icing on top makes these pastries a delightful indulgence for any occasion. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the irresistible flavors with every bite!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks, or 8 ounces) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
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- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
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- ¾ cup strawberry jam (or whatever flavor you'd like)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 egg, lightly beaten (to brush on pastry)
Instructions
- Prepare the Brown Sugar-Cinnamon Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour.
- Prepare the Strawberry Filling: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water, and then combine with the jam in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat and let cool.
- Make the Pastry Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in the butter until it is the size of peas and the mixture holds together when you squeeze it. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk and add to the dough. Mix together with a fork until everything is evenly moistened. Knead briefly on a floured surface, if necessary, until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half. (At this point you can wrap each in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days. If you refrigerate the dough, let it come to room temperature for about 15 minutes before rolling out.) Roll out one piece of dough to about ⅛-inch thick, in a 9½ by 12½ rectangle. Using a sharp knife, pastry wheel or bench scraper, trim the rectangle to 9x12 inches. Cut the sheet of dough into nine 3x4-inch rectangles. Using a spatula, transfer the rectangles to a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Assemble the Pastries: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Brush the egg wash on each of the rectangles. Spoon a tablespoon of filling into the center of each rectangle, leaving a ½-inch of space around the edges.
- Roll out and cut the second piece of dough in the exact same manner as you did the first. One at a time, place a second rectangle of dough on top of the nine assembled ones. Using your fingers, press around the seams of the dough to make sure they are sealed. Press the tines of a fork around the edges of the rectangles. Prick the tops of the rectangles in multiple spots to allow steam to escape.
- Refrigerate the pan with the pastries (you don't need to cover them) for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bake the pastries for 25 to 30 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool slightly before serving if not using an icing. If you plan to ice the pastries, cool them completely before doing so. Store pastries in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Make the Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, cinnamon (if using), and vanilla extract. The icing should have a very thick, but still spreadable, consistency. If necessary, add a splash of milk at a time, until that consistency is reached. Spread a spoonful of icing over top of each pastry and allow to sit for at least 30 minutes so the icing can set.
Cook Time
25M
Prep Time
PT1H
Yield
9 pop-tarts
Nutrition
- Calories: 408 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 76 g
- Protein Content: 4 g
- Fat Content: 21 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13 g
- Cholesterol Content: 91 mg
- Sodium Content: 292 mg
- Fiber Content: 1 g
- Sugar Content: 47 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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