Homemade Pop-Tarts

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 2/3 cup vegetable shortening
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/2 cup strawberry jam
• 1/2 cup blueberry jam
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
3. Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the cold water until the dough comes together.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thickness.
6. Cut out 12 rectangles, each about 4-inch square.
7. Place six of the rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. Spread 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam on each of the rectangles.
9. Top with the remaining rectangles and press down lightly to seal the edges.
10. Mix together the melted butter and 1 tablespoon of water and brush the tops of the Pop-Tarts.
11. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. Let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pop-Tarts were created in 1964 by Kellogg's.
• In the United States, Pop-Tarts are one of the most popular brands of pre-packaged breakfast pastries.
• Pop-Tarts come in a variety of flavors, including strawberry, blueberry, brown sugar cinnamon, and s'mores.