Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts

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This is one of those treats that is just so delicious and a joy to get the kids in the kitchen to help pitch in.

You will be surprised how easy it is to make these delicious sweet treats at home. You can also fill with a vanilla custard or jam fillings. Use the same recipe that we use in our Jelly and Custard Doughnuts!

A small white plate holding 2 homemade blueberry pop tarts, one that is split open on top, sitting next to a glass of milk.

HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE BLUEBERRY POP TARTS

Okay, folks, it’s time to make pop tarts!  Woo hoo!

Before we get started putting together these amazing pastries, we recommend making the Perfect Pie Dough. It’s so easy and can be made up to several days in advance.

You can also make the blueberry filling up to a day or two in advance.

We love all types of fillings for homemade pop tarts, but there is something extra special about this blueberry mixture.

The process of making the blueberry filling is so simple and only requires you to simmer fresh blueberries with sugar and lemon juice. A cornstarch slurry thickens it to the perfect consistency and the addition of a handful of fresh blueberries thrown in at the end adds amazing texture and freshness.

EXPERT TIP: The filling can be made up to 3 days in advance and kept in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

A silver saucepan filled with bubbling blueberry filling with a wooden spoon in the pan.

STEPS FOR ASSEMBLING THE POP TARTS

This is when it’s fun to bring in the kids, or anyone who might want to have some fun in the kitchen making fruit pies from scratch!

Start by rolling out your dough into a large enough shape that will allow you to cut an approximate 10″ x 12″ rectangle. Cut the rectangle with a pizza cutter or sharp knife and do this on a well-floured surface. (See Step 1).

Next, use a pizza cutter (or sharp knife) to cut three rectangles, 4 inches each in width. (See Step 2).

Now, add a couple of tablespoons of the blueberry filling in the center of one half of the rectangle. (See Step 3).

3 stacked images with the top being a large rectangle of dough on a floured black marble countertop, and the middle is a hand using a cookie cutter to cut the dough into the 3rds lengthwise, and the bottom is a hand spoon blueberry filling onto one end of the dough strips.

A little water on the edges of the dough helps the dough adhere when folded over. (See Step 4).

Carefully use your fingers to fold the dough over to cover the blueberries. (See Step 5).

Gently crimp all 4 edges of the pie to create a seal. (See Step 6).

3 stacked images with the top being a hand brushing water on the edges of dough with blueberries on it, the middle are two hands folding the dough over the blueberries, and the bottom a hand using a fork to crimp the edges of the pop tart.

MAKING THE PERFECT POP TART

Now, a simple egg wash on the top helps the pop tarts to brown slightly. (See Step 7).

A couple of small slits in the top of the pie will help steam escape. (See Step 8).

Finally, a sprinkle of sugar on top adds a touch more sweetness and texture. (See Step 9).

3 stacked images with the top being a hand brushing egg wash on a pop tart, the middle a knife making slits in the top of a pop tart, and the bottom are fingers sprinkling sugar on the pop tart.

Transfer the Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts to a baking sheet and then place it in a preheated oven at 375°F.

Let the tarts cool on a baking rack before glazing.

EXPERT TIP: A simple glaze is all the blueberry pastries need after they’ve cooled somewhat. We mix together 1¼ cup of confectioners’ sugar (aka powdered sugar) with a couple of tablespoons of water. If too thick, add a little more water, if too thin, add a little more sugar.

Spoon all over the top of the cooled pop tarts.

A hand using a spoon to drizzle sugar glaze over the top of baked homemade blueberry pop tarts.

FUN FOR THE KIDS AND ADULTS

Who doesn’t love a good ole Pop Tart every now and then?  Well, make them from scratch, and you’ll find an even greater appreciation for these awesome sweet treats.

This recipe makes 6 nice-sized pop tarts.

EXPERT TIP: Once the pop tarts are prepared, you can easily store them in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. They are wonderful served warm or at room temperature.

Homemade blueberry pop tarts on a baking rack with fresh blueberries and spoon sitting nearby.

Pop Tarts conjure wonderful memories for so many of us.

When you make these from scratch, especially if you get the kiddos involved, you’ll have even greater memories to cherish.

They are fun and off-the-charts delicious!

Two hands that are holding a blueberry pop tart that has been split in half.

Ready to make the best sweet treat that kids and adults will be talking about for days to come? Go for it!

And when you do, be sure to take a photo, post it on Instagram, and tag @howtofeedaloon and hashtag #howtofeedaloon!

A small white plate holding 2 homemade blueberry pop tarts, one that is split open on top, sitting next to a glass of milk.

Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts

Don't you just love Pop Tarts? Haven't had one in a while? Well, try these Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts, and you'll never look at the boxed variety the same again. Be sure to whip up a batch of homemade pie dough and they're super easy, and incredibly tasty.
5 from 6 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Dessert
Keyword: Homemade Fruit Pies recipe, How to make homemade Pop-Tarts
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Resting Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 426kcal

Ingredients

  • Double recipe pie dough
  • 2 cups blueberries
  • ¼ cup sugar plus 1 tbsp
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • all-purpose flour for dusting work surface
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar

Instructions

MAKE AHEAD

  • Prepare the two pie doughs, form into two discs, wrap with plastic wrap, and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

PREPARE THE BLUEBERRY POP TARTS

  • Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and add 1½ cups of the blueberries, sugar (¼ cup), and lemon juice (1 tbsp). Stir with a wooden spoon until berries begin to release their juices and break down, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water. Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and stir until thickened, a couple of minutes longer. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining ¼ cup of blueberries. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Working with one disc of dough at a time, transfer to a liberally floured work surface. Use the palm of your hand to begin flattening the dough. Use a floured rolling pin to gently roll the dough to a rough 10"x12" shape. Use a cookie cutter, or sharp knife, to cut the edges off each side of the dough to make a clean 10"x12" rectangle.
  • Using your pizza cutter, or knife, divide the dough into 3 rectangles, each 4"x 10."
  • Place about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the blueberry filling on one half of a rectangle, leaving a ½-inch border on each side. Brush a little water along the edges of each pie, and then use your fingers to carefully fold the side of the dough without the filling over the side with the filling.
  • Brush each pie with the egg wash. Then, use a small knife to cut a couple of slits on the top of each pie creating an "X." Sprinkle with a little sugar over the top of each pop tart and then transfer them carefully with a spatula to a baking sheet.
  • Bake the pies until golden, about 25 minutes (rotate the baking sheet halfway through).
  • Let the pies cool on the pan on a wire rack.
  • Meanwhile, mix 1¼ cup confectioners' sugar into a bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. The mixture should have the consistency of heavy cream.
  • Brush the icing over the cooled pies. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Notes

Store-bought pie dough can be used, but we strongly making the Perfect Pie Crust from scratch.  The pie dough can be made several days in advance and kept wrapped in plastic wrap in the fridge, or frozen for up to 1 month.
Frozen blueberries can be substituted for fresh, in a pinch. 
Make sure to flour your work surface liberally before forming the pies.  When working with the first disc of dough, leave the other in the fridge.  If your kitchen is warm, and if you handle the dough too much, the butter will soften and will want to stick to your work surface.  If this is happening, go ahead and lift the rectangles of the dough up and sprinkle a little more flour beneath them.
Don't worry if the pies become a little misshapen when transferring to the baking sheet.  Fix them with your hands as best you can and re-crimp with your fork.  These are homemade and shouldn't look perfectly square, anyway!
It is completely normal for some of the blueberry juice to bubble out of the pies when cooking.  
The cooked pop tarts will keep in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 10 days and they will freeze for up to 1 month.  But, they are best served fresh!

Nutrition

Calories: 426kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 72IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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POST UPDATE: The recipe was originally published in May 2015, but was updated with improved tweaks to the recipe instructions, new tips and photography, and a fabulous new video in June 2020!

This recipe is adapted from Williams Sonoma Blueberry Hand Pies

17 Comments

  • 5 stars
    These are amazing! Gotta be honest, I have zero talent for making dough and used store bought. They were still out of this world delicious. I had to add sprinkles on top (‘cuz pop tarts gotta have sprinkles, ya know). Fabulous recipe. Thanks!

  • 5 stars
    These are like 85% better than I thought they would be…and I had high expectations. Holy cow, the first bite! So good!

    • That’s the best news we’ve heard all day!! Woo hoo!! They really are the bomb, right? Thanks so much for letting us know and for the awesome review! That means the world to us!! All the best, Kris & Wesley

    • Hi Amy!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! Are those blueberry pop tarts the bomb?! We are so happy you had such great success with them! And thank you so much for letting us know and for the fabulous review! That truly means the world to us!! All the best, Kris & Wesley

    • Hi Karen! Absolutely! Just let thaw somewhat and use in place of the fresh. Will still be very delicious! Let us know if you make the pop tarts and what you think!! Best, Kris & Wesley

  • Hi I just watched this yesterday. I have not had a chance to make them yet. Looking forward to it. When i do, I will comment. I would like to know the brand name of the dry measuring cups you used in this video. I tried to google, to no avail!
    Thank you!

  • 5 stars
    Just made these for breakfast and they are AMAZING! The crust had the perfect consistency…be sure to sprinkle with sugar; I used turbinado sugar for esthetics and texture.

    • Yay!!! Megan that is so awesome to hear!! Turbinado is even better!! Great choice!! So glad you loved the pop tarts and thank you SO MUCH for letting us know and for the great review!!!! You are the BEST!!!! xoxox Kris & Wesley

  • Oh yummmy. Going to make these tomorrow, but really don’t want to run into town for lemon. Is there anything else that could be substituted for lemon juice? You 2 are just adorable, love ur blog.

    • Hi Marcella!

      We think you’re gonna love them!! Let us know how they turn out and what you think! Sorry for the delayed response, here! We’d just substitute water for the lemon juice. The citrus is nice, but you’ll still get a delicious filling without it!! Excited to hear how they turn out!! xoxo Kris & Wesley

  • 5 stars
    Yeah!! Thank y’all so much for the closed caption! It makes me so happy that I won’t miss a word you two fun guys are saying!

    My husband loves pop tarts so I am going to try to make these soon.

    • Hi Lin!! YES!! We have been working hard on getting CC on the site and now we have it! All recipes moving forward will include CC and we are in the process of getting them on all of our previous videos. Thank you so much for being patient with us!!! xoxoxo

  • 5 stars
    These were absolutely incredible! I’m not a regular baker, so I was nervous making the pie dough correctly. Long story short, it turned out amazing and I felt so accomplished after making these!

    • Colleen!! Woo hoo!! Aren’t they fun to make and so yummy!! We are so glad you had such great success and thank you SO MUCH for letting us know and for the GREAT review! That means the world to us!! Stay in touch! All the best, Kris & Wesley

      • I made this with my son this morning. It was fun and came out really yummy. We added lavender extract to the filling because we are a little extra. I also put in a pinch of salt which I think helped the flavors pop a bit more. We made a single giant pop tart because that is what he wanted to make. Lots of yum and lots of fun. It was a perfect, not too messy recipe to make with a young child.

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