Homemade strawberry pop tarts are flaky, buttery pie crust pieces with warm strawberry jam inside. Topped off with powdered sugar icing and sprinkles, this recipe is sure to become a breakfast favorite!
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This strawberry pop tart recipe will change your life and shopping habits. No more buying boxed pop tarts, because these are so much better!
Pop tarts are a nostalgic classic amongst us breakfast eaters and storebought packs are always a great on-the-go treat when you want something portable and easy, but making them at home, is almost just as simple!
When you learn how to make pop tarts and How to Make Overnight Oats, mornings are forever changed for the better.
You can even make these Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts low sugar too! Just use some homemade Sugar Free Strawberry Jam or Sugar Free Blueberry Jam as the filling.
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💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- You can use your favorite jam. We truly enjoy Welches Strawberry Jam for these, but any brand will work. Including homemade, check out How to Make Strawberry Jam (for Canning). But if you want a different flavor, you can swap out the strawberry jam pop tarts filling for a different jam flavor.
- Minimal ingredients. You truly don't need much to get this recipe cooked up. Just a small handful of ingredients, including store-bought pie crust, and you should be good to go.
- They're easy to make. No one wants to wake up and spend hours in the kitchen making breakfast. That's why this recipe is so awesome- it's quick! Have your thawed pie crust ready, and within minutes, you can be biting down into a warm and toasty pop tart.
🛒 Ingredients
Refrigerated Pie Crusts- You will need some prepared pie crusts that are thawed, at room temp, and ready to use.
-We also use pie crusts in our Easy Chicken Pot Pie, Ground Beef Pot Pie, and Applesauce Custard Pie.
Egg wash- This is a mixture of one egg plus some water. It will act as glue to hold the crusts together and give us a shiny golden colored crust when baked.
Rainbow sprinkles- Adding sprinkles on top will make your pop tarts look fun and exciting!
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
Strawberry jam. You can use any flavored jam or preserves for this recipe. You can even use some seasoned pumpkin puree for a seasonal twist like these Pumpkin Hand Pies.
💰 Budget-Friendly Tips
Use store-brand pie crusts. Generic brands taste just as good as name brands in this recipe and often cost 30-40% less. Stock up when they're on sale and freeze for later.
Choose affordable fillings. Any inexpensive jam, jelly, or preserves will work, no need for premium brands. You can even use up half-empty jars already in your fridge. Homemade jams (especially freezer jam) are the most cost-effective option.
Use what you have. Sprinkles, leftover holiday sanding sugar, mini chocolate chips, or even cinnamon-sugar can all be used as toppings instead of buying something new.
🥄 Instructions for Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.
Step 2: Unroll one softened pie crust onto a flat surface and use a pizza cutter to cut off the round sides, turning it into a square (Image 1).
Step 3: Divide the square into 6 equal-sized rectangles (Image 2).
Step 4: Set these rectangles to the side and repeat this with the remaining pie crust.
Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg wash. Run the eggwash on the crust, around the edges surrounding the filling. This will help hold the pieces together better. Set aside.
Step 6: Place one teaspoon (or up to 2 teaspoons) of strawberry jam in the direct center of 6 of these rectangle pie crust pieces (Image 3).
Step 7: Place one of your reserved pie crust rectangles on top of each filled piece (Image 4).
Step 8: Use the prongs of a fork to crimp the edges together (Image 5). This will keep the filling from leaking out as they bake.
Step 9: Place them onto your prepared baking sheet once finished (Image 6).
Step 10: Brush eggwash over the top of the pie crusts (Image 7).
Step 11: Bake in the oven for about 8 minutes or until slightly browned (Image 8). Allow the pop tarts to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
Step 12: Add the icing ingredients to a small bowl (Image 9). Whisk together until smooth (Image 10).
Step 13: Drizzle icing over the top of the baked pop tarts and then sprinkle with some rainbow sprinkles (Images 11 & 12).
Wait a few minutes before eating as the filling will be HOT.
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
Egg Wash Benefits:
- Binding: The egg wash acts as a "glue" to seal the pie crusts together, ensuring they hold when crimped at the edges.
- Golden Color: It enhances the appearance by giving the top pie crust a beautiful golden color during baking.
- Prevents Leakage: Using egg wash helps prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
- Uniform Baking: Without egg wash, you may notice the filling leaking and the top crust remaining white, resulting in uneven baking.
❄️ Storage
Room Temperature: Keep homemade pop tarts in an airtight container at room temp for 2-3 days. They taste best within the first 24 hours.
Refrigerator: If you want them to last a bit longer, refrigerate them for up to 4 days. Allow them to come to room temp before eating, or warm briefly.
Freezer: These Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts freeze exceptionally well. Wrap individually in plastic or parchment and store in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving (or warm lightly if desired).
🥗 Side Dishes or Pairing Ideas
These pop tarts pair well with a glass of milk, hot cocoa, or a mug of chai, and they make a fun addition alongside sausage links, a small handful of nuts, or a simple smoothie for a quick, balanced breakfast or snack.
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❓ Recipe FAQs
Yes. These easy homemade pop tarts freeze very well! Just wrap them well in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for maximum freshness. They will last up to 3 months this way. Allow to thaw before eating.
Absolutely! Feel free to make your own pie crust if desired. We like the simplicity of the storebought dough, but Homemade Pie Crust works just the same, if not a little better.
This homemade strawberry pop tart recipe will stay fresh for about 2 to 3 days in an airtight container at room temperature. That said, they are best when served on the same day.
Filled with your favorite fruit jam, spoon it into the center of each square. Apply egg around the jam to act as an adhesive. Then, top with another piece of dough and seal the edges by crimping.
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts
Equipment
- Sharp Knife or pizza cutter
Ingredients
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg - ($0.15)
- 1 tablespoons water - ($0.00)
Pop Tarts
- 1 box (2 count) refrigerated pie crusts, softened - ($2.77)
- ½ cup strawberry preserves - ($0.80)
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar - ($0.36)
- 3 teaspoons milk - ($0.01)
- 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles - ($0.32)
Instructions
- Preheat. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Egg Wash. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Set aside.
- Cut Crust. Unroll one pie crust on a flat surface and trim off the rounded edges to form a square. Cut into 6 equal rectangles. Repeat with the second crust.
- Fill. Spoon 1 to 2 teaspoons of strawberry preserves into the center of 6 rectangles. Brush egg wash around the edges.
- Seal. Top with the remaining rectangles and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with egg wash.
- Bake. Bake for about 8 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Ice. Whisk the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the pop tarts and immediately add sprinkles.
- Serve. Let sit briefly before eating, as the filling will be hot.
Notes
- Jam Swap. Any jam or preserve can be used in place of strawberry.
- Egg Wash. Helps seal the edges and gives the crust a golden finish.
- Storage. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for 2 to 3 days. Best the day they are made.
- Reheating. Microwave for about 15 seconds, adjusting as needed.
- Freezing. Freeze fully cooled pop tarts wrapped tightly for up to 3 months. Thaw before eating.
Nutritional Information
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