Description
This Giant Strawberry Pop Tart recipe is a fun and delicious twist on the classic breakfast treat. Made with flaky pie crust and filled with sweet strawberry jam, it’s topped with a smooth vanilla icing and colorful sprinkles for a festive finish. Perfect for a special breakfast or dessert, this homemade pop tart is easy to make and baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 2 sheets refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade crust)
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam or preserves
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening jam)
- 1 tablespoon water (if using cornstarch)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional, for colorful icing)
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare the base crust: Roll out one sheet of pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into a large rectangle about 9 by 12 inches. Transfer this rectangle onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread the filling: Evenly spread the strawberry jam over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. For thicker jam, mix the jam with cornstarch and water in a saucepan and cook until thickened before spreading.
- Add the top crust: Roll out the second pie crust sheet and place it carefully over the jam-covered dough. Press the edges gently to seal the filling inside, then crimp the edges with a fork to secure them.
- Apply egg wash: Whisk the egg and brush it over the top pastry layer. This will give the crust a beautiful golden, shiny finish as it bakes.
- Bake the pop tart: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and allow to cool completely.
- Make the icing: While the pop tart cools, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If desired, add food coloring to achieve your preferred icing color.
- Decorate the pop tart: Drizzle the icing evenly over the cooled tart and sprinkle with colorful sprinkles if you like for a fun, festive look.
- Finish and serve: Let the icing set completely before slicing and serving your giant strawberry pop tart.
Notes
- For a thicker jam filling, cook the jam with cornstarch and water to prevent sogginess.
- Ensure the edges are sealed tightly to avoid filling leakage during baking.
- Allow the pop tart to cool fully before icing so the glaze doesn’t melt.
- Use homemade pie crust for added flavor or store-bought for convenience.
- Customize the icing color and decorations to match any occasion.
