Description
This Giant Frosted Blueberry Pop Tart is a delightful homemade twist on the classic breakfast treat. Featuring a flaky pie crust filled with a luscious blueberry preserves and cornstarch mixture, then baked to golden perfection and topped with a sweet blueberry glaze and optional sprinkles, it’s perfect for sharing at brunch or a special breakfast occasion.
Ingredients
Pie Crust
- 2 9-inch pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
Blueberry Filling
- 1 cup blueberry preserves (or blueberry pie filling, add more if needed)
- 3 teaspoons cornstarch
Pastry Wash
- 1 egg (or 1 tablespoon milk or cream, for pastry wash)
Blueberry Glaze
- ¼ cup blueberry preserves
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Optional
- Sprinkles (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature for your pop tart.
- Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, combine the blueberry preserves or pie filling with the cornstarch. Mix well and set aside. This thickens the filling during baking.
- Place Bottom Crust: Lay one pie crust on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Spread Blueberry Filling: Evenly spread the prepared blueberry filling over the bottom crust, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges to allow for sealing.
- Moisten Edges: Brush the 1-inch border with the egg wash or milk/cream. This helps the top crust adhere properly.
- Add Top Crust and Seal: Carefully place the second pie crust over the filling. Press and crimp the edges firmly with a fork to seal the pop tart and prevent leaks.
- Apply Egg Wash and Vent: Brush the top crust with egg wash for a golden finish. Use a fork to poke small holes on top to allow steam to escape during baking, avoiding soggy filling.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool: Remove from oven and allow the pop tart to cool for about 1 hour to let the filling set and make glazing easier.
- Make Blueberry Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, ¼ cup blueberry preserves, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze the Tart: Spoon the glaze evenly over the cooled pop tart, avoiding the edges to prevent dripping.
- Add Sprinkles: While the glaze is still wet, sprinkle your choice of sprinkles on top for a festive look (optional).
- Set and Serve: Let the glaze set completely before slicing into servings. Enjoy your giant frosted blueberry pop tart!
Notes
- For a flakier crust, use cold butter and handle dough minimally if making homemade crust.
- Adjust blueberry preserves quantity if you prefer a thicker or thinner filling.
- Egg wash can be substituted with milk or cream for a lighter finish.
- Glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
- Ensure pop tart is completely cooled before applying glaze to avoid melting or sliding.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American