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Berry Pop Tart with Frozen Ingredients Recipe

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This Berry Pop Tart recipe offers a delicious, homemade twist on a classic breakfast treat using common ingredients you likely already have in your freezer. These pop tarts are filled with sweet and tangy berry filling and encased in flaky, buttery pastry, making them perfect for a quick and tasty breakfast or snack.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pop tarts

Ingredients

Pastry

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water

Berry Filling

  • 2 cups mixed frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Assembly and Topping

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar or sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pastry: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Make the Berry Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the frozen berries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the berries are broken down, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let the filling cool completely.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough disc into a 12×9 inch rectangle. Cut each rectangle into 6 smaller rectangles (approximately 3×4 inches each).
  4. Assemble the Pop Tarts: Place half of the rectangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of berry filling onto the center of each rectangle, leaving space around the edges. Brush the edges with egg wash. Top each with a second dough rectangle and press edges to seal, crimping with a fork.
  5. Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Brush the tops of the pop tarts with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired. Cut small slits on top of each pop tart to allow steam to escape. Chill the assembled pop tarts in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  6. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the pop tarts for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • You can substitute frozen berries with fresh berries if available; just reduce cooking time for the filling.
  • If the dough becomes too warm while working, refrigerate it again to keep it firm and easy to roll.
  • These pop tarts freeze well; freeze baked pop tarts in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to enjoy later.
  • For a vegan version, substitute butter with a plant-based margarine and use a plant milk or aquafaba for the egg wash.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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