My homemade puff pastry pop tarts are buttery flakey, stuffed with strawberry jam and topped with sugar glaze. Incredibly easy and simple, ready in just 30 minutes. These puff pastry pop tarts are my go-to quick brunch, snack, or dessert.
Puff Pastry Pop Tarts
I LOVE serving these super easy pop tarts warm with a cup of Caramel Latte. Fun fact: They're also known as hand pies since you simply enjoy them with your hands; no plate or knife is necessary.
Moreover, The recipe is versatile; while I opted for strawberry jam filling, feel free to experiment with any jam you like. You can also use your favorite toppings.
I prefer using a pre-made puff pastry sheet instead of the classic pie crust, which I highly recommend as it lends my pop-tarts a flaky, buttery and delicious crust.
I also drizzled the top of the pop tarts with a simple sugar glaze, which is super easy to make, and scattered some colorful sprinkles on top to add a touch of fun for my daughter.
I assure you these pop tarts will disappear in minutes after being baked.
Why Does This Recipe Works?
- There aren't that many ingredients to check off your list. Plus, all of them are budget-friendly!
- These tarts make a perfect dessert as it is sweet and fruity in the middle.
- Only 30 minutes, and you will already have freshly baked Strawberry Pop Tarts. It is quick, easy, and almost effortless to prepare.
- Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or to pack in your children lunch box.
What's In This Recipe?
Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Puff Pastry. I used a store-bought puff pastry sheet for a flaky, light pastry texture for my Pop-Tarts. It also adds a buttery flavor and a somewhat crunchy crust.
Egg + small splash of water. People call this combination the "egg wash." I used this mixture to brush the edges of our puff pastry to give an attractive color and shine to the surface of the pop tarts.
Strawberry Jam. I used strawberry jam for the filling. It will also impart a sweet, bright, and beautifully aromatic flavor to your Pop-Tarts.
Powdered Sugar. I used it in making the vanilla glaze; it gives the perfect consistency.
Heavy Cream. I used just 2 teaspoons of heavy cream, which I found to be the perfect amount of liquids for the best glaze consistency. You may use water instead.
Vanilla Extract. For extra flavor.
Rainbow Sprinkles. This is totally optional. However, they add fun colors to the plain and white glaze and will surely catch the children's eyes.
How to Make Puff Pastry Pop Tarts
One: Preheat oven to 200C / 390F. Line a large baking sheet or 2 medium baking sheets with baking parchment.
Two: Unfold the puff pastry sheet and cut it into 8 equal squares. Brush about 1 inch around the edges with egg wash.
Three: Now, spoon 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam into the centre on half of the puff pastry squares, keeping it inside the egg wash border.
Four: Flip the puff pastry squares without the jam onto the squares with the jam and use a fork to press the edges together on all sides gently.
Five: Transfer the tarts baking sheet. Brush the top of all the pop tarts with egg wash, then bake for 25-30 until golden brown. Allow the pop tart to cool 10 minutes.
Six (Make The Vanilla Sugar Glaze): In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Seven: Once the pop tarts have cooled, spread the frosting on top of the pop tart and top with sprinkles.
Pro Tip: In frosting the pop tarts, wait until they're entirely cool. The frosting will liquefy and drip down the edges of the dough if you frost the pop tarts while they're still warm.
Recipe Variations
- You may use egg + milk for egg wash instead of water since it encourages browning to your puff pastry; a slight color to your pop-tarts can look good in the eyes.
- To make them even more fun, you can add some food colouring to the vanilla frosting or Use a shape cutter to make your pop tarts with different shapes.
Recipe FAQs
Simply place them in an airtight container, and store them at room temperature. However, they can only last 2 to 3 days if not refrigerated.
Yes! Place them in Ziploc before putting them in the freezer. They will last up to 2 months in there.
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Recipe Card
Homemade Puff Pastry Pop Tarts
Ingredients
- 1 puff pastry sheets
- 1 egg + a splash of water , beaten together
- ½ cup strawberry jam
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoon heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200C / 390F. Line a large baking sheet or 2 medium baking sheets with baking parchment.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet and cut it into 8 equal squares. Brush about 1 inch around the edges with egg wash.1 puff pastry sheets, 1 egg + a splash of water
- Now, spoon 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam into the centre on half of the puff pastry squares, keeping it inside the egg wash border.½ cup strawberry jam
- Flip the puff pastry squares without the jam onto the squares with the jam and use a fork to press the edges together on all sides gently.
- Transfer the tarts baking sheet. Brush the top of all the pop tarts with egg wash, then bake for 25-30 until golden brown. Allow the pop tart to cool 10 minutes.
- (Make The Vanilla Sugar Glaze): In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.1 cup powdered sugar, 2 teaspoon heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Once the pop tarts have cooled, spread the frosting on top of the pop tart and top with sprinkles.¼ cup rainbow sprinkles
Notes
- In frosting the pop tarts, I highly recommend waiting until they're entirely cool. The frosting will liquefy and drip down the edges of the dough if you frost the pop tarts while they're still warm.
- Feel free to add some food colouring to the vanilla frosting if you like.
Madison K says
Delicious and I like the idea of using puff pastry sheets instead of making them from scratch.
Kate says
Very easy to make, and you can add any filling you like.