Genius Giant Pop Tart Recipe
This Genius Giant Pop Tart Recipe uses flaky pie crust, cherry jam, and a simple vanilla icing to create a fun, oversized Homemade Pop Tart that is perfect for sharing.
Equipment
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Rolling Pin
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 2 sheets refrigerated pie crusts softened slightly at room temperature
- 1 cup cherry jam or preserves stirred until smooth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch optional, for runny jam
- 1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon milk for egg wash
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream plus more as needed for icing
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch fine salt to balance sweetness
- 2-3 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles for topping
- flour for dusting as needed for work surface
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll one sheet of pie crust on a lightly floured surface and use a rolling pin to shape it into a rough 10 by 13 inch rectangle, patching edges with scraps if needed.
- Transfer the crust to the prepared baking sheet and spread the cherry jam over the center, leaving a 1 inch border on all sides; mix in cornstarch first if your jam is very runny.
- Brush the exposed border with the beaten egg wash so the top crust will seal firmly.
- Roll out the second sheet of pie crust to a similar size and carefully place it over the jam; press the edges together with your fingers, then crimp all around with a fork.
- Use a fork to poke small vents across the top so steam can escape, then brush the entire surface with more egg wash.
- Bake the giant pop tart for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is evenly golden and smells toasty; cool on the pan until just slightly warm.
- While it cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth and pourable but not too thin.
- Pour or spoon the icing over the warm pop tart, gently spreading it toward the corners while leaving a small border.
- Immediately sprinkle the top with rainbow sprinkles and let the icing set for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a small pinch of ground cinnamon to the icing.
- Swap in strawberry, raspberry, or mixed berry jam for different fruit profiles.
- For cleaner slices, chill the baked and frosted tart briefly, then cut with a sharp serrated knife.