Description
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade Gluten Free Pop Tarts! These sweet treats feature a tender, flaky crust enveloping luscious strawberry jam and are adorned with a delectable glaze. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they are not only gluten-free but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or paired with coffee, these pop tarts promise to become a beloved staple in your kitchen. With easy-to-follow instructions and variations to explore, making these nostalgic pastries has never been simpler. Gather your ingredients and get ready to create a comforting treat that brings joy and sweetness to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 recipe Best Gluten-Free Flaky Pie Crust
- 6 tablespoons strawberry jam
- 1 cup organic powdered sugar
- 4 teaspoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- small pinch of beet powder (for coloring), optional
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened shredded coconut (in lieu of sprinkles), optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the gluten-free pie crust according to the recipe directions and form it into a disk.
- Roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment until about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut out 10 pieces using a 4-inch cookie cutter.
- Place 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam in the center of half the cut-out shapes, leaving a border for sealing.
- Moisten edges with water, place another dough piece on top, and crimp edges with a fork.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 400°F then reduce heat to 350°F and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden.
- Cool completely before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar, water, vanilla extract, and optional beet powder.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg