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Sourdough Pop Tarts Recipe

These sourdough pop tarts are made with a buttery, flaky crust using sourdough discard, filled with your favorite jam, Nutella, or cinnamon sugar, and topped with a simple glaze. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even food to make camping.
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Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Chill Time:1 hour
Total Time:1 hour 40 minutes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Sourdough Pop Tarts, Sourdough Pop Tarts Recipe
Servings: 6 Pop Tarts

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter grated
  • ½ cup sourdough discard
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 1-2 tablespoons ice water as needed

For the Filling (Choose One):

  • Strawberry: ½ cup strawberry jam
  • Blueberry: ½ cup blueberry jam
  • Cinnamon Sugar: ¼ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ½ tablespoon flour
  • Nutella: ½ cup Nutella
  • Apple Butter: ½ cup apple butter

For the Glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon water adjust for thickness
  • Sugar crystals or sprinkles optional

Instructions

Make the Crust:

  • In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
  • Add grated butter and mix until crumbly.
  • Stir in sourdough discard and vinegar.
  • Add ice water as needed until dough comes together.
  • Shape into a rectangle, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.

Roll & Cut the Dough:

  • Roll out to ⅛-inch thick on a floured surface.
  • Trim edges and cut into rectangles (3x4 inches).
  • Brush edges with a lightly beaten egg.

Fill & Seal:

  • Spoon 2 tablespoons filling onto one side of each rectangle.
  • Fold over and press edges with a fork to seal.
  • Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
  • Brush tops with egg wash for a golden finish.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Let cool completely before glazing.

Glaze & Sprinkle:

  • Mix powdered sugar and water until smooth.
  • Drizzle over cooled pop tarts.
  • Sprinkle with sugar crystals or sprinkles (optional).

Notes

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container for 3 days at room temp or 6 days in the fridge.
  • Freezing: Freeze unglazed pop tarts for up to 3 months and reheat at 350°F.
  • Flavor Variations: Try sourdough brown sugar pop tarts, Nutella, or fruit jams.
  • Serving Tip: Best enjoyed warm with a cup of coffee!