Description
Gluten Free Pop Tarts bring the classic, sweet comfort of your favorite childhood snack without the gluten. Perfect for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, this recipe combines a flaky, tender pastry with your favorite jam filling. Make these for a fun breakfast treat, a nostalgic snack, or a creative dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 ¼ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum included)
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes; substitute vegan butter for a dairy-free option)
- 2–3 tablespoons cold water
For the Filling:
- ½ cup jam or fruit preserves (strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, etc.)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water (optional, to thicken the jam)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or dairy-free milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: food coloring or sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, almond flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Assemble the Pop Tarts
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut the dough into 12 rectangles (approximately 3×4 inches each).
- Place a tablespoon of jam in the center of 6 rectangles, leaving a small border around the edges. If your jam is runny, mix it with the cornstarch slurry before filling.
- Cover each jam-filled rectangle with another piece of dough. Use a fork to press and seal the edges. Prick the tops lightly with a fork to allow steam to escape.
Step 3: Bake the Pop Tarts
- Transfer the Pop Tarts to the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the pastries cool completely on a wire rack before glazing.
Step 4: Glaze and Decorate
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle or spread the glaze over the cooled Pop Tarts. Add sprinkles if desired.
- Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Notes
- Flour Choice: Use a high-quality gluten-free flour blend that includes xanthan gum for better texture. If your flour doesn’t include xanthan gum, add 1 teaspoon to the dry ingredients.
- Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough prevents it from cracking or becoming too sticky during rolling.
- Filling Options: Swap jam for Nutella, peanut butter, or a cinnamon-sugar mixture for variety.
- Prep Time: 40 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg