Homemade Pop Tarts

Enjoy the delightful nostalgia of Homemade Pop Tarts, filled with sweet strawberry jam and wrapped in a flaky crust.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 12

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 37

Servings: 6 tarts

Course: Sweet Moments

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

2 crusts Refrigerated Premade Pie Crusts a time-saver that gives you a flaky texture

For the Filling

1/2 cup Strawberry Jam or your favorite jam

For the Topping

1 large Egg for egg wash
1 cup Confectioners Sugar for icing
2 tablespoons Milk for creamy consistency
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract adds flavor
1 drop Red Food Coloring for visual appeal
1/4 cup Sprinkles for decoration

Equipment

Oven
cookie cutter
mixing bowl
Baking sheet

Method

Directions

Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Unroll the refrigerated pie crusts on a flat surface.
Cut out heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
Spread strawberry jam on half of the hearts.
Beat the egg and brush it on the edges of the hearts.
Seal the hearts with another crust piece and crimp the edges.
Poke steam holes in the tops and brush with egg wash.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
Cool on a wire rack before icing.
Mix icing ingredients and decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Try using different fillings like chocolate or apple for a fun twist!

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