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These homemade Strawberry Pop Tart Danish treats are so much fun to make and even more fun to eat! They bring a wonderful twist combining the flaky goodness of puff pastry with the sweet surprise of your favorite jam.
Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a dessert, these pop tarts are great for both kids and adults. Follow the easy steps below and enjoy these delicious, customizable treats fresh from your oven!
Ingredients:
- Pop Tart Pastry
- 1 package pepperidge farm puff pastry (2 sheets)
- ½ cup strawberry jam
- 1 egg
Icing
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- Colorful Sprinkles
Equipment:
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Pastry Cutter (Optional)
This recipes yields 6 Danishes.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Bake Time: 25 minutes
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lay out the first sheet of puff pastry on a clean surface and cut it into 6 even pieces along the existing trifold lines.
- Place a generous tablespoon of strawberry jam in the center of each pastry rectangle, spreading it out while leaving about ½ inch of space from the edges.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg to create an egg wash and brush it onto the edges of each pastry.
- Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the jam-covered pieces and gently press the edges together. Cut the top layer to match the bottom layer.
- Transfer the danishes to the prepared baking sheet. Use a fork to seal the edges and a toothpick to poke holes throughout the pastry.
- Brush the tops with more egg wash and bake for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- While the pastries bake, prepare the icing. In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar and salt, then whisk together.
- Add milk and vanilla, whisking until a smooth, slightly thick glaze forms. If the glaze is too thick, add more milk as needed to reach the desired consistency.
- When the pastries are out of the oven allow them to cool for 5 minutes.
- Pour and spread the frosting over each pastry just like a strawberry poptart and sprinkle with colorful sprinkles on top.
- Transfer these to a cooling rack and allow the icing to set for at least 5 more minutes before enjoying while still warm!
Variations to Recipe
This recipe can be adapted for any type of pop tart by simply replacing the strawberry jam with your choice of blueberry, apple, cherry, or any other desired flavor.
