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Homemade gluten-free strawberry poptarts with flaky pastry, sweet jam filling, and vanilla icing—better than store-bought! These Gluten Free Strawberry Poptarts will satisfy every craving.
As someone who grew up loving toaster pastries, creating a gluten-free version felt like reclaiming a childhood joy. These Gluten Free Strawberry Poptarts evoke nostalgia while keeping things celiac-friendly.
Ready to make magic in your kitchen? Let’s dive into these homemade Gluten Free Strawberry Poptarts!
What to Expect
- Time: 1 hour (includes chilling)
- Difficulty: Medium (worth every step!)
Before You Begin
Pro Tips: Keep butter icy cold, work quickly to prevent dough warming, and flour your rolling pin thoroughly.
Ingredients You’ll Need
| Amount | Ingredient | Use |
|---|---|---|
| 2 ¼ cups | gluten free all purpose baking flour | Pastry |
| 1 teaspoon | salt | Pastry |
| ⅓ cup | white sugar | Pastry |
| 1 cup | cold unsalted butter | Pastry |
| 3-6 tablespoons | cold water | Pastry |
| 1 | egg | Egg wash |
| ¾ cup | strawberry jam | Filling |
| 1 cup | powdered sugar | Icing |
| 1 tablespoon | milk | Icing |
| splash | vanilla extract | Icing |
Step-by-Step Guide
- Pulse flour, salt, and sugar in a food processor. Add cubed butter and process 20 seconds.
- With mixer running, add cold water—start with 3 tbsp, add more until dough resembles pie crust. Wrap in plastic and chill 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Roll half dough on floured parchment to 9×10″ rectangle. Trim edges. Cut into six 3×5″ rectangles. Repeat with remaining dough.
- Place 2 tbsp jam on half the rectangles, leaving edge space. Top with plain rectangles. Seal edges with floured fork.
- Brush tops with egg wash. Bake 22-28 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
- Whisk icing ingredients until smooth. Spread over cooled Gluten Free Strawberry Poptarts. Add sprinkles if desired!
Pointers for Perfection & How to Store
Key Tip: For crisp pastry, avoid over-wetting dough. Store Gluten Free Strawberry Poptarts in airtight container at room temperature 3 days. Try these other treats: Jam Swirl Sweet Gluten Free Bread
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Gluten Free Strawberry Poptarts
- Total Time: 125
- Yield: 8 pop tarts 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
These Gluten Free Strawberry Pop Tarts are a nostalgic treat reimagined for a gluten-free diet. Featuring a flaky, buttery pastry crust that rivals any traditional pie dough, they are filled with sweet strawberry preserves and finished with a classic vanilla glaze and sprinkles. Better than the boxed version, they are the perfect fun breakfast or afternoon dessert.
Ingredients
— The Pastry —
2 1/2 cups gluten free 1-to-1 flour blend (ensure it contains xanthan gum)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1 large egg, cold
1/2 cup ice water (approx., add gradually)
— The Filling —
3/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves
1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the jam)
— Egg Wash —
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
— The Glaze —
1 cup powdered sugar
1–2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sprinkles (optional, ensure gluten-free)
Instructions
1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a food processor or large bowl, pulse/whisk together the gluten free flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter. Pulse or use a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
3. Add Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the cold egg and the ice water. Slowly drizzle this into the flour mixture while pulsing (or stirring) until the dough just starts to come together. Do not overmix.
4. Chill Dough: Turn the dough out onto plastic wrap, form it into a disc, wrap tightly, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5. Prep & Preheat: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, mix the strawberry jam with the cornstarch (this prevents the filling from leaking).
6. Roll Out: On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough out into a large rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into rectangles (approx. 3×4 inches). You should get about 14-16 rectangles (making 7-8 pop tarts). Re-roll scraps if necessary.
7. Fill: Place half of the rectangles on the prepared baking sheet. Place a generous tablespoon of the jam mixture in the center of each, leaving a clear border around the edges.
8. Assemble: Brush the edges of the filled rectangles with a little water. Place a second rectangle of dough on top. Use a fork to crimp the edges tightly to seal.
9. Bake: Whisk the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of the pop tarts. Use a toothpick or fork to poke a few holes in the top for steam to escape. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Cool & Glaze: Let the pop tarts cool completely on the pan. While cooling, whisk the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon the glaze over the cooled pop tarts and top with sprinkles. Let the glaze set before serving.
Notes
Butter Temperature: It is crucial that the butter is very cold. This creates the flaky layers in the pastry.
Jam Consistency: Do not skip the cornstarch in the jam; without it, the filling will become too runny in the oven and leak out of the crust.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, or freeze (unglazed) for up to a month. To reheat, pop them in a toaster or toaster oven on a low setting.
- Prep Time: 40
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 310
- Fat: 21
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 52
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 85
Your Burning Questions Answered!
1. Can I use different jam flavors?
Absolutely! Raspberry or blueberry work great—just ensure they’re gluten-free.
2. How to make these vegan?
Substitute vegan butter, use plant-based milk in icing, and skip the egg wash.
3. Can I freeze unbaked poptarts?
Yes! Freeze before baking, then bake frozen adding 3-5 extra minutes.
Dig In & Enjoy!
These homemade Gluten Free Strawberry Poptarts prove gluten-free baking can be decadent. Share with friends or savor solo—they’re impossible to resist. For more delicious ideas, follow me on Pinterest.