THE RECIPE JOURNAL · Breakfast
Create Your Own Vegan Pop-Tarts
These homemade vegan Pop-Tarts are a fun and delicious way to start your day with a plant-based twist. Customize them with your favorite fillings for a tasty treat everyone will love!
FROM THE KITCHEN • Create Your Own Vegan Pop-Tarts
01 THE RECIPE
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Follow these steps for a delicious result. Tick off each step as you go.
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01
Chill and Mix Ingredients
Start by scooping out a few tablespoons of shortening and pop it in the freezer for about 10 minutes to chill. While that’s happening, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl and let that chill in the fridge for 5 to 10 minutes too. Once everything is cold, crumble the shortening into the flour mixture with your fingers until there aren’t any big chunks left. Slowly add in about half a cup of ice water, a little at a time, until the dough looks rough and shaggy. Give it a couple gentle kneads on your countertop—don’t worry if it feels a bit dry.
02
Chill and Shape Dough
Put the dough back in the bowl or a container, cover it, and toss it in the fridge for half an hour to firm up. When you’re ready, heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough out into a big rectangle, about 1/8 inch thick, then cut it into twelve rectangles that are roughly 4 by 6 inches. Spoon about a tablespoon and a half of strawberry jam onto six of the rectangles. Brush the edges with a little water, then place the remaining dough pieces on top and press the edges together with a fork to seal. If you want, trim the edges so they look nice and neat.
03
Bake and Glaze PopTarts
Bake the pop-tarts in the oven for 15 to 25 minutes, until the edges turn a light golden brown. Let them cool off for 20 to 30 minutes before you move on to the icing. To make the glaze, mix powdered sugar with a splash of almond milk and a few drops of food coloring until it’s smooth. Drizzle this over the cooled tarts and enjoy!
Why you’ll love it
These treats are a fun and easy way to enjoy a classic snack without any animal products. They are customizable, so you can pick your favorite fillings and frostings. Plus, making them at home means you know exactly what goes inside.
How to serve
Serve warm for a soft, flaky texture and pair with a cup of your favorite plant-based milk or tea. They also taste great cold and make a perfect grab-and-go snack.
Storage & leftovers
Store leftover pastries in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge and reheat briefly before eating to restore their softness.
