Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts
Deliciously flaky, buttery pop tarts filled with a sweet-tart blueberry filling and topped with a glossy glaze. These homemade pop tarts bring a nostalgic favorite to a whole new level, using simple ingredients to capture that classic taste.
Serving Information
- Yield: 8 pop tarts
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus 30 minutes chilling)
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Cuisine: American
Keywords
Blueberry pop tarts, breakfast pastry, homemade pop tarts, kid-friendly, blueberry filling, glaze topping
Equipment Needed
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Saucepan
- Pastry brush
- Fork
- Knife or pizza cutter
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 4-5 tbsp ice water
For the Blueberry Filling
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk (or adjust for desired consistency)
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- A few drops blue or purple food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Dough:
- Prepare the Blueberry Filling:
- Assemble the Pop Tarts:
- Bake:
- Make the Glaze and Decorate:
Nutrition Information (per pop tart)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
Additional Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freezing: Freeze unbaked pop tarts on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Bake from frozen, adding 5-10 extra minutes.