Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Making the Pastry
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
- Add cold, cubed butter and lard (or shortening) to the flour mixture and mix until it's crumbly.
- Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into rectangles.
Assembling and Baking
- Spread strawberry jam on half of the rectangles and cover with the remaining rectangles, sealing the edges.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Finishing Touches
- Melt white candy melts with shortening in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Dip the cooled pastries into the melted candy and decorate with large heart sprinkles.
Nutrition
Notes
These pop-tarts can be customized with different jam flavors or filled with fresh fruit or chocolate chips for variation.