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Heart Homemade Pop-Tarts
Benchi

Heart Homemade Pop-Tarts : Flaky, Fruity, and Made to Share

These Heart Homemade Pop-Tarts are buttery, flaky pastries filled with sweet jam and topped with glossy glaze—made from scratch and shaped with love. Whether for a romantic breakfast, sweet brunch spread, or Valentine's baking project, they’re as charming as they are delicious. Customize the fillings, get creative with sprinkles, and watch them disappear.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3–4 tbsp cold water
  • ½ cup strawberry or raspberry jam
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: food coloring, sprinkles

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  2. Add cold water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together. Divide and chill for 30 minutes.
  3. Roll dough on a floured surface and cut out heart shapes (you’ll need 12).
  4. Place 6 hearts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Add a spoonful of jam in the center.
  5. Top with remaining hearts, press edges with a fork to seal, and poke a vent hole in each.
  6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes or until golden. Cool completely.
  7. Mix glaze ingredients and tint if desired. Drizzle or spread over cooled Pop-Tarts. Decorate with sprinkles.