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Easy Homemade Pop Tarts: Indulgent Treats with Pie Crust

Easy Homemade Pop Tarts with Pie Crust
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Learn how to make easy homemade pop tarts using flaky pie crust, perfect for a sweet snack or breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
  • 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 cup fruit preserves or jam
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add the chilled butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
  4. Divide the dough into two balls, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Roll out one ball of dough on a floured surface and cut into rectangles.
  6. Place a tablespoon of fruit preserves in the center of half of the rectangles.
  7. Top with remaining rectangles and seal the edges with a fork.
  8. Brush the tops with beaten egg and cut small slits for steam to escape.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to create icing and drizzle over cooled pop tarts.

Notes

  • Experiment with different fruit fillings for variety.
  • You can freeze unbaked pop tarts for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: Easy Homemade Pop Tarts, Pie Crust, Indulgent Treats

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