Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of childhood with this homemade Giant Strawberry Pop Tart recipe. A flaky, buttery crust envelopes a sweet strawberry filling, topped with a vibrant glaze and colorful sprinkles.
Ingredients
Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6–8 tbsp ice water
Filling:
- ¾ cup strawberry jam or preserves
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Egg Wash:
- 1 egg
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Red or pink food coloring (optional)
Decoration:
- Rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually to form dough. Chill, then roll out into rectangles.
- Assemble Pop Tart: Spread jam mixed with cornstarch on one dough rectangle. Top with the other rectangle, seal edges, and vent steam.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash and bake until golden.
- Glaze and Decorate: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Add color if desired. Spread over cooled pop tart and top with sprinkles.
- Serve: Allow glaze to set before slicing.
Notes
- You can use any fruit preserves for variety.
- Keep butter cold for a flakier crust.
