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Step 1
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine oil with ice cold water. No need to stir them together.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute.
Step 3
Pour the oil and water into the flour mix. Stir to incorporate, mixing until just holding together. Some crumbles may remain. If the dough does not hold together, add 1-2 tbsp. more cold water. Do not over mix the dough.
Step 4
Pull dough together and divide into equal pieces. Form pieces into rectangles and wrap in plastic wrap. Leave to chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Step 5
In a large saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice or water over medium heat.
Step 6
Cook for 5-7 minutes, swirling regularly, until the strawberries are very soft. Break them up with a spoon (or blitz with an immersion blender) until mostly smooth.
Step 7
Reduce heat to medium low and cook, stirring regularly for 7-10 minutes at a low boil until thick enough to coat the back of the spoon.
Step 8
Remove from heat and pour into a separate bowl. Set in the fridge to cool.
Step 9
Line baking sheets or large cutting boards with parchment.
Step 10
Working with one rectangle of dough at a time, roll out to ¼” thick between two layers of parchment. Try to maintain the rectangular shape.
Step 11
Cut out even 3” x 5” rectangles. It helps to have a template.
Step 12
Place half the pieces on one of the prepared baking sheets. Scoop 1 tbsp/15ml of jam mixture into the center of each piece.
Step 13
Brush the edges of the dough (around the filling) with a little bit of water.
Step 14
Place another cut piece of dough on top of the filling, lining up the edges. Press gently to remove any trapped air and make sure there are no jam leakages.
Step 15
Use a fork to seal the edges all around. Use a knife to create a small hole in the top to let out steam.
Step 16
Cover tray with plastic wrap and freeze.
Step 17
Repeat assembly with excess dough.
Step 18
Freeze for at least 1 hour. Once frozen, can be transferred to freezer bags and frozen for up to 1 month before baking.
Step 19
Preheat oven to 375°F about 10 minutes before ready to bake.
Step 20
Place frozen pop tarts on a lined baking sheet at least 1” apart.
Step 21
Bake for 24-27 minutes until golden brown on edges.
Step 22
Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
Step 23
Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl or pouring measuring cup.
Step 24
Squeeze (or press with the back of a spoon) to release the liquid from the strawberry. Pour into powdered sugar.
Step 25
Add 2 tbsp/30ml lemon juice or water, stirring to create a thick icing, adding more water or lemon juice as needed.
Step 26
Place the baked pop tarts on a cooling rack and pour a little frosting over each one. Allow to harden before eating.
Step 27
Baked pop tarts can be stored uniced in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month. Bring to room temperature before frosting.
Step 28
Once iced, store pop tarts in an air tight container in the fridge for 2 days (but the icing might get a bit sticky).