Description
Heart-Shaped Pop Tarts with Strawberry Jam are delightful homemade pastries featuring a flaky, buttery crust filled with sweet strawberry jam. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these charming treats are easy to make, customizable, and ideal for gifting or parties.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, cold and cubed
- 3–4 tablespoons Cold Water
Filling
- Strawberry Jam (about 1 tablespoon per tart)
Topping
- 1 Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered Sugar (optional, for glaze)
- Milk or Lemon Juice (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Mix the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter and blend with a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, just until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll and Cut the Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough into a 1/8-inch thick sheet. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out pairs of hearts for the pop tarts, keeping shapes uniform for even baking.
- Add the Filling: Place one heart cutout on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam into the center, leaving a 1/4-inch border around the edges. Lightly dip your finger in water and brush it along the edges of the dough to help seal.
- Seal the Pop Tarts: Gently press a second heart cutout onto the jam-covered heart. Use the tines of a fork to firmly press and seal the edges completely to prevent jam leakage during baking.
- Add Egg Wash and Bake: Brush the tops of each pop tart generously with beaten egg to achieve a golden and glossy finish. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden and puffed.
- Optional Glaze: For a sweet decorative touch, mix powdered sugar with a small amount of milk or lemon juice to create a glaze. Drizzle over cooled pop tarts before serving.
Notes
- Keep all ingredients cold to ensure a flaky crust.
- Do not overfill with jam to avoid leaking during baking.
- Press edges firmly with a fork to seal the filling inside.
- Roll the dough evenly for uniform baking.
- Use parchment paper on baking sheets to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Heart-Shaped Pop Tarts, Strawberry Jam, Homemade Pastry, Breakfast Snack, Easy Baking
