Description
Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of homemade Gluten-Free Pop Tarts, perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack. These tasty pastries feature a flaky gluten-free crust filled with luscious strawberry jam and drizzled with a creamy vanilla glaze. Easy to make and customizable, these pop tarts are sure to please everyone from kids to adults. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own delicious treats that cater to dietary needs without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose rice flour blend with xanthan gum
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup very cold unsalted butter (dairy-free use Smart Balance butter)
- 1/2 cup very cold shortening
- 16 teaspoon gluten-free seedless strawberry jam
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter and shortening until crumbly.
- Whisk together egg and apple cider vinegar; add to the flour mixture. Gradually mix in ice-cold water until a dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out half the chilled dough to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into rectangles.
- Place 2 teaspoons of strawberry jam on half of the rectangles, moisten edges with egg wash, top with remaining rectangles, and crimp edges.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Make glaze by mixing powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water; drizzle over cooled pop tarts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg