Description
Blueberry Pop Tarts are a delightful homemade treat that perfectly blends the sweet, juicy flavor of ripe blueberries with a buttery, flaky crust. These pastries evoke nostalgia and joy, making them an ideal choice for breakfast or a special afternoon snack. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable fillings, they’re perfect for bonding moments with family or friends in the kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or thawed frozen blueberries)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Pinch of salt
- 4–5 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until a dough forms.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Create the Filling: Mix blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl, mashing slightly while leaving some berries whole.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll chilled dough to 1/8 inch thick and cut into rectangles (3×5 inches).
- Assemble Pop Tarts: Place filling on half of each rectangle, fold over, seal edges with a fork, and brush tops with egg wash.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg