Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts

three pop tarts stacked with purple flowers, a napkin, a jar of jam, eucalyptus, a bowl of blueberries, and more pop tarts behind

Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts

Perfectly sweet, flaky, berry-filled, and SO GOOD! These Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts are better than anything you can buy and super simple to make.

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 25

Cook Time: 25

Additional Time: 30

Total Time: 1 20

Servings: pop tarts

Calories: 593kcal

Ingredients

Blueberry Filling

4 cups blueberries
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ cup lemon juice

Pastry

3 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
1½ Tablespoons granulated sugar
1⅛ cup unsalted butter cold, cut into chunks
1 large egg
4-5 Tablespoons heavy cream

Egg Wash

1 large egg yolk room temperature
2 Tablespoons heavy cream

Frosting

1½ cups powdered sugar sifted
2-3 Tablespoons whole milk
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Filling

Combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
Cook over medium-medium/low heat until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens.
Remove from heat. Let cool.
If desired, place blueberry mixture in a food processor and pulse until mostly smooth. Set aside.

Pastry

Combine flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the pastry beater or the flat beater.
Mix on low to combine.
Add butter.
Mix on low/medium-low speed until butter is broken down.
Add egg and cream.
Mix on low until just incorporated. Do not over mix.
Turn out onto a piece of parchment paper and divide in half.
Wrap each half in plastic wrap.
Place in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Working with one piece of dough at a time, unwrap and place on lightly floured parchment paper.
Roll out into a rectangle, ¼" thick.
Using a 4½ inch x 2¼ inch rectangular cutter, cut out 9 rectangles.
Transfer dough rectangles to a cookie sheet lined with parchment.
Repeat with 2nd piece of dough.

Egg Wash

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and the cream.

Assembly

Heat oven to 350℉/177℃.
Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place 9 squares of dough on parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush the edges of each square with egg wash.
Spoon a heaping Tablespoon of blueberry jam in the center of each rectangle.
Spread the jam out to about ½" from the edge.
Top with another rectangle.
Gently press down edges to seal.
Use a fork on all four sides of each pop tart to make sure they are sealed.
Using a fork, poke holes in the top of the pastry.
Bake until light brown, about 25 minutes.

Frosting

Combine powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl.
Beat until smooth.

Notes

Storing Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts

Homemade blueberry pop tarts are best enjoyed fresh from the oven, but don't fret if you have leftovers! Here are the best ways to keep them fresh:

Short-term Storage (Up to 3 days)

Refrigerate: Store cooled pop tarts in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This is the ideal method for preserving their texture and flavor for a few days.

Longer-term Storage (Up to 3 months)

Freeze: For longer storage, freeze your pop tarts.
Wrap individual pop tarts tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil for extra protection.
Place wrapped pop tarts in a freezer-safe bag to prevent freezer burn.
When ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before toasting.

Important Note:

Avoid storing pop tarts at room temperature for extended periods as they may become stale.

Tips for Perfect Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts

Dough and Filling Tips

Butter is key: The colder your butter, the flakier your dough!
Don't overwork the dough: Handle it gently to prevent making it tough.

Assembly and Baking Tips

Even distribution: Spread the filling evenly to ensure each bite has a big bite of blueberry!
Perfect seal: Crimp the edges firmly to prevent filling leakage.
Don't over bake: Watch the pop tarts closely to avoid overbaking.
Cooling is essential: Let the pop tarts cool completely before glazing for best results.

Additional Tips

Make ahead: Prepare the dough and filling in advance for time-saving.
Experiment with flavors: Try adding other fruits or spices to the filling or crust to add something new and delicious!
Creative glazes: Get creative with your glazes. Try different flavors or colors.

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