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Frosted Strawberry Pop Tarts
5 from 38 votes

Frosted Strawberry Pop Tarts

Frosted Strawberry Pop Tarts are homemade pastries crafted from puff pastry sheets filled with a strawberry jam made from fresh or frozen berries thickened with cornstarch. These tarts are baked until golden and topped with a simple powdered sugar frosting blended with milk and decorated with sprinkles and optional red food coloring. The pastry delivers flaky layers contrasting with the sweet fruit filling and creamy frosting.

Prep Time
4 hrs
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 481 kcal
Course: Dessert, Snacks, Brunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 box puff pastry 2 sheets
  • 1 tbsp egg white
For the Strawberry Jam
  • 1 ⅓ cup strawberries fresh or frozen
  • ½ cup cane sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1 tbsp Sprinkles
  • 1 drop red food coloring optional

Instructions

For the Jam:
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  1. To make jam, heat a sauce pot to medium heat and add fresh strawberries, cane sugar, lemon juice, and water.
  2. Use a berry masher to break down the berries as they heat up. Keep over heat for 10-15 minutes or until most strawberries are mashed.
  3. In a small bowl, combine splash of water with cornstarch and whisk until cornstarch is completely diluted. Then, pour the liquid cornstarch into the jam. Stir.
  4. Remove strawberry jam from the heat and then allow it to chill completely (4-6 hours or overnight for best results). It needs to be jam-like consistency.
For the Pop Tart:
  1. Once your jam is set, take the puff pastry out from the freezer and let thaw and preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Use a pizza cutter to slice each puff pastry sheet into 3 columns and 2 rows (the puff pastry comes folded and the 3 columns should be where the creases are. Use a pizza cutter for a smooth cut. You should end up with 12 rectangles total.
  3. Line it with parchment paper and place 6 pastry puffs on a sheet.
  4. Use a spoon to put 2-3 tablespoons of cold strawberry jam on one side of each pastry puff (6 total will have strawberry jam). Leave ¼” - ½” around the perimeter of each rectangle to give room to seal the Pop Tart.
  5. Take a pastry puff rectangle without jam and put it on top of the strawberry jam filled ones. We are assembling the pop tart here. Use a fork to crease the edges of the Pop Tart, sealing the strawberry jam inside. Make sure the edges are secured! We don’t want to lose out on the filling.
  6. Use a silicone brush to brush the top of each pop tart top with egg wash.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until puff pastry starts to rise and start to get golden brown. If needed, broil them for 2-3 minutes after baking for a golden, buttery brown color.
For the Frosting:
  1. While the Pop Tarts bake, make the frosting. In a small bowl, whisk together almond milk and powdered sugar. I recommend mixing ½ of the powder sugar first, and then adding in the second ½ cup. It makes it easier to combine.
  2. Add the SMALLEST, MOST TINY drop of red food coloring for a light pink color.
  3. Once the Pop Tarts have slightly cooled, add the glaze on top and sprinkle with red sprinkles. Enjoy warm or save for later.

Notes

  • Prepare the strawberry jam a day or two ahead to allow it to set properly.
  • Store-bought jam can be used as a shortcut but homemade jam offers better flavor and texture.
  • Always mix cornstarch with water before adding to hot berries to prevent lumps in the jam.
  • Different berry jams can be used as alternatives to strawberry for variety.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 pop tart Calories 481kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 71g (24%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Sodium 287mg (12%) Potassium 63mg (1%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 43g (86%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 481

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 pop tart
Calories 481kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 71g 24%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 287mg 12%
Potassium 63mg 1%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 43g 86%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.