Description
Homemade Sourdough Pop Tarts with Jam Filling are a delightful breakfast treat featuring a flaky sourdough crust filled with your favorite jam. These pastries are baked to golden perfection and finished with a sweet glaze, making them perfect for a comforting morning or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sourdough starter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 2-3 tablespoons cold water (as needed)
Filling
- Your favorite jam, jelly, or other filling (amount as needed)
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1 beaten egg (for brushing, optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sourdough starter, sugar, and salt. Incorporate the cold unsalted butter by cutting it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 2-3 tablespoons of cold water as needed to bring the dough together. Knead the dough briefly until cohesive, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll Out and Fill: On a floured surface, roll the chilled dough out to an even thickness of about 1/8 inch. Use a knife or a pastry cutter to divide the dough into squares. Spoon a small amount of your chosen jam or filling onto half of the squares, leaving edges clear for sealing. Fold the squares over to cover the filling and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal and create a decorative edge.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the prepared pop tarts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Optional: Brush the tops lightly with beaten egg to encourage browning and shine. Bake the pop tarts in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until they turn golden brown and flaky.
- Make the Glaze: While the pop tarts are baking or cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency with more milk or sugar as needed.
- Glaze and Serve: Once the pop tarts have cooled down to room temperature, drizzle the prepared glaze evenly over the tops. Allow the glaze to set slightly before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with any jam, jelly, or even savory fillings like cream cheese and fruit.
- For a richer crust, using cold butter is essential to achieve flakiness.
- If you do not have a sourdough starter, substitute with an equal amount of yogurt or omit for a traditional pastry dough.
- The glaze can be flavored by adding a splash of vanilla extract or almond extract.
- Pop tarts are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
