Description
This Giant Frosted Strawberry Pop Tart recipe features a homemade twist on the classic breakfast treat. Using pre-made pie crusts, sweet strawberry jam filling, and a smooth vanilla glaze with optional sprinkles, it’s an easy and fun pastry to bake at home. The large size makes it perfect for sharing and slicing into generous portions.
Ingredients
Scale
Pop Tart
- 1 package (2 crusts) pre-made pie crusts
- 3/4 cup seedless strawberry jam
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Icing
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk or water
- 2 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare first crust: Remove the pie crusts from their packages and place one crust on the prepared baking sheet. Gently roll it out into an 11-inch wide circle to even out thickness.
- Spread jam: Evenly spread 3/4 cup of seedless strawberry jam in the center of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges to seal later.
- Apply egg wash border: Whisk together 1 egg and 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the outer 1-inch border of the dough with the egg wash. This helps seal the crusts together.
- Add top crust and seal: Roll out the remaining pie crust to the same size (11-inch circle). Carefully place it over the jam-filled crust. Press edges together with your fingers, then crimp all around with a large fork. Prick the center of the top crust with the fork to allow steam to escape. Optionally brush the top with remaining egg wash for a glossy finish.
- Bake: Bake the assembled pop tart in the preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes until the crust is lightly golden and cooked through. Remove from oven and allow to cool before glazing.
- Prepare icing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons milk or water, 2 tablespoons melted salted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
- Glaze and decorate: Spoon the glaze evenly over the cooled pop tart. Add sprinkles on top if desired while the glaze is still wet.
- Serve: Using a sharp, thin knife, slice the giant pop tart into 8 equal pieces and enjoy your delicious homemade strawberry treat!
Notes
- Ensure the pop tart cools slightly before applying glaze so it doesn’t melt too much.
- You can substitute seedless strawberry jam with other fruit preserves if desired.
- The egg wash not only seals the crusts but also gives a lovely golden color and shine.
- Use a sharp knife for clean slices after glazing.
- The sprinkles are optional but add a fun, festive touch perfect for kids.
