Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts

You can make frosted strawberry pop tarts at home. They’re made with a flaky pie crust, filled with strawberry preserves, and finished with icing and sprinkles. They're perfect for a fun breakfast or a dessert treat!

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• Pop Tarts with Pie Crust
• Why You'll Love This Recipe
• Ingredient Notes
• How To Make Homemade Pop Tarts
• Storage Recommendations
• Tips and Tricks
• Variations
• More Easy Breakfast Treats
• Recipe

Pop Tarts with Pie Crust

Growing up in the 90s, I remember eating store bought Pop Tarts for breakfast and snacks. There was always something fun about tearing open those foil wrappers and seeing the classic treats.

Did you know you can make a simple version of pop tarts using pie crust? It's a fun and easy way to create a semi-homemade treat quickly. 

I made Nutella pop tarts a few years ago, and our kids loved them! Recently, I decided to try a strawberry version since I had leftover pie crust and preserves in the fridge.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

These strawberry pop tarts are a breeze to make and taste better than boxed ones! They’re perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a fun nostalgic treat anytime.

• Flaky & Buttery Goodness — Nothing beats a flakey pie crust. It’s crispy, golden, and melts in your mouth.
• Simple Ingredients — You only need a few essential ingredients to make a treat that tastes bakery-quality.
• Quick and Easy — Using pre-made ingredients means no extra steps and less stress. Just roll out a pastry crust, add jam, and bake. That’s all there is to it!
• Fun to Customize — Customize them using different fillings, adding themed sprinkles, or drizzling them with chocolate.

Ingredient Notes

This easy homemade pop tart recipe requires just a few simple store-bought ingredients. It is a fun treat to make with your kids.

• Pie Dough: Refrigerated crust cuts down on prep time, but you can make a homemade pie crust if you prefer.
• Strawberry Preserves: We love using preserves because there are bits of fruit in the filling. Make sure you choose one that you like the taste and flavor of.
• Large Egg: This gives the outside of the flaky pastry a nice golden brown color as it bakes.
• Frosting: Combine powdered sugar and milk to make a smooth icing for the tops of the pop tart hand pies.
• Sprinkles: Optional, but why would you skip adding a fun pop of color?

How To Make Homemade Pop Tarts

Cut the dough. Unroll the pie crust and cut each circle into eight rectangles using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. You will need to re-roll the dough scraps to get enough.

Assemble and fill the rectangles. Brush the outside edges of the bottom eight rectangles with milk. Place a tablespoon of your favorite preserves or filling in the center, then top with another rectangle.

Press and seal the edges. Use a fork to press together the edges before baking. Gently place each one on a sheet pan and then brush it with an egg wash. Poke a few holes in the tops to allow steam to escape.

Bake and cool. Place the pan in a preheated oven and bake until golden brown. Let the pastries cool completely before adding the icing and sprinkles.

Storage Recommendations

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container on the counter for 1-2 days. They are best enjoyed at room temperature.

BruCrew Tip: Do not heat them in a toaster oven because the icing will melt.

Tips and Tricks

These tips will make sure your homemade tarts turn out perfectly flaky, sweet, and absolutely delicious every time!

• Use a ruler or tape measure to cut exact measurements from the dough.
• Brush the edges of the bottom dough with milk or an egg wash to "glue" the dough sheets together and prevent leaks.
• Press the crust's edges with your fingertips and then crimp the edges with a fork. Applying a layer of egg wash on top will also help seal the edges.
• Don't use too much jam or preserves. The filling will ooze out if the dough is too full while baking. A thin layer (about a tablespoon) is just right!
• Let them cool completely before frosting. The glaze will melt if the pop-tarts are too warm.
• Store-bought pie crust is thicker than traditional pastry dough. For the best crispness, bake until golden brown.

Variations

• Experiment with different types of dough. Some options that work well are puff pastry and crescent dough.
• Switch up the filling. While we used preserves, you can also use Nutella, lemon curd, pie filling, or another jam or jelly.
• Add a pop of color. Tint the frosting with food coloring to give the tops of the pastries even more color.
• Have fun with toppings. While sprinkles are classic, try chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, or freeze-dried strawberries.

More Easy Breakfast Treats

• Nutella Twists
• Blueberry Danish
• Mini Puff Pancakes
• Breakfast Pastries
• Banana Cinnamon Rolls (no yeast)

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