Description

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these adorable and delicious homemade Berry Love Pop-Tarts! Flaky pastry dough filled with sweet berry chia jam, topped with a vibrant berry icing, and decorated with festive sprinkles. Perfect for sharing with your loved ones!

Ingredients

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For the Pastry Dough:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup unsalted butter, cold & cubed

1 tsp salt

1 tbsp granulated sugar

6–8 tbsp ice water

For the Berry Chia Jam:

1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)

2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

1 tbsp chia seeds

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

For Assembly:

1 egg (for egg wash)

1 tbsp water

For the Berry Icing:

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tbsp berry puree (from mixed berries)

1 tbsp milk

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Pink or red food coloring (optional)

For Garnish:

Valentine’s sprinkles

Freeze-dried berry crumbles

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Instructions

Make the Berry Chia Jam:
In a saucepan over medium heat, cook the mixed berries for 5-7 minutes until they break down and become juicy.
Stir in honey (or maple syrup) and chia seeds, then let simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool completely—the jam will thicken as it cools.
Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Divide dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Assemble the Pop-Tarts:
Roll out one dough disc on a floured surface to about ⅛-inch thick.
Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out an even number of heart shapes.
Place half of the hearts on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Spoon 1 teaspoon of berry chia jam into the center of each heart.
Brush the edges with egg wash, then place another dough heart on top.
Seal the edges by pressing with a fork, then poke a few small holes on top for ventilation.
Brush the tops with egg wash.
Bake:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
Let cool completely before icing.
Make the Berry Icing:
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, berry puree, milk, and vanilla extract.
Add a drop of pink or red food coloring if desired.
Decorate & Serve:
Spread berry icing over the cooled pop-tarts.
Sprinkle with Valentine’s sprinkles and freeze-dried berry crumbles.
Let the icing set for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free all-purpose flour.

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.

You can use store-bought jam if you’re short on time, but the homemade chia jam adds a special touch!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pop-tart
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg