Description
This Giant Strawberry Pop-Tart is a fun and delicious homemade twist on the classic breakfast pastry. Made with flaky pie crust, sweet strawberry jam filling, and a glossy vanilla glaze topped with sprinkles, it’s perfect for a special breakfast or dessert treat that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade pastry dough)
Filling
- ¾ cup strawberry jam or preserves
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Egg Wash
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Roll Out Pie Crusts: Unroll or roll out the pie crusts into two equal rectangles approximately 9×13 inches each, creating the base and the top of your pop-tart.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the strawberry jam, cornstarch, and water; stir until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened to help it set while baking.
- Assemble the Pop-Tart: Place one pie crust rectangle onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread the strawberry filling evenly over it, leaving about a ½-inch border on all sides. This border helps in sealing the edges properly.
- Apply Egg Wash and Seal: Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the edges of the bottom crust with the egg wash. Lay the second crust on top of the filling and press the edges together using a fork to seal well, then prick several holes on the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Final Egg Wash and Bake: Brush the entire top crust with the remaining egg wash to promote browning. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool the Pop-Tart: Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before adding the glaze, preventing the glaze from melting.
- Prepare the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add a drop of pink food coloring if desired for a pretty tint.
- Glaze and Decorate: Spread the glaze evenly over the cooled pop-tart and immediately sprinkle with your chosen sprinkles so they stick nicely. Allow the glaze to set.
- Serve: Once the glaze is set, slice into 8 servings and enjoy your homemade giant strawberry pop-tart.
Notes
- You can substitute the strawberry jam with any fruit jam like raspberry or blueberry for different flavors.
- For a flakier texture, chill the assembled pop-tart in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before baking.
