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Gluten-Free Pop Tarts

Delicious homemade Gluten-Free Pop Tarts filled with your favorite fruit jam, perfect for a nostalgic treat without the gluten.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Pastry Dough
  • 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour Use certified gluten-free products.
  • 0.25 cups sugar
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cups cold butter, cubed Can substitute with margarine or coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.25 cups milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling & Icing
  • 1 jar fruit jam or filling of choice Experiment with flavors like strawberry, blueberry, apricot, or even chocolate spread.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For icing.
  • 2 tbsp milk For icing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the cubed cold butter and mix until you achieve a crumbly texture.
  3. Incorporate the egg, milk, and vanilla extract into the mixture. Stir until a dough forms. If too sticky, sprinkle in a little extra flour.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for about 30 minutes.
Assembly
  1. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Cut the dough into rectangles (about 3 by 4 inches).
  3. Place a spoonful of your chosen jam in the center of half the rectangles. Be careful not to overfill.
  4. Place the remaining rectangles on top and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place your tarts on the sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Let them cool slightly, then make your icing by mixing powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled tarts.

Notes

Store leftover tarts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.