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Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts

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Delightful homemade strawberry pop tarts with a crispy exterior and sweet filling, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups sliced strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
  • 4–5 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 cup strawberry preserves
  • Double pie crust
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • Rainbow sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, lemon juice, lemon zest, and granulated sugar and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Make the dough: Whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly.
  3. Add cold water gradually, mixing until a slightly sticky dough forms. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into rectangles.
  5. Assemble the pop tarts: Place filling on half of the rectangles, cover with remaining rectangles, and seal the edges.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and brush the tops with beaten egg.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, then cool on a wire rack.
  8. Make the glaze by whisking powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth.
  9. Glaze and serve your pop tarts with optional sprinkles.

Notes

These pop tarts can be customized with different fillings and glazes.

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Keywords: pop tarts, strawberry, homemade, dessert, baking

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