Homemade Pop Tarts

Ingredients :

Pastry :

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp granulated sugar

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

• 2-4 tbsp ice water

Filling :

• ½ cup fruit preserves or jam (strawberry, blueberry, or your favorite flavor)

Icing :

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2 tbsp milk

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions :

1. Make the Dough :

• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter and cut into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until it resembles coarse crumbs.

• Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.

• Divide the dough in half, shape into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.

2. Assemble the Pop Tarts :

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

• Roll out the dough into two ⅛-inch thick rectangles. Cut each into 8 smaller rectangles (16 total).

• Place a spoonful of fruit preserves in the center of 8 rectangles. Top with the remaining rectangles and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Use a toothpick to poke small holes on top for steam to escape.

3. Bake the Pop Tarts :

• Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

4. Make the Icing :

• In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Once the pop tarts have cooled, drizzle with icing and add sprinkles if desired.

5. Serve :

• Enjoy your homemade pop tarts immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.