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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast foods » BEST Gluten Free Pop Tarts

    BEST Gluten Free Pop Tarts

    September 18, 2023 By Chandice | 18 Comments | Updated September 19, 2023

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    These delicious 40-minute gluten free pop tarts are a flaky, fruity delight your family will adore. A crumbly gluten-free crust with raspberry filling and icing, will have your kids craving them daily.

    Whip them up in a jiffy and stash some in the freezer for those hectic mornings. A wholesome twist on the classic pop tarts, they’re a healthier breakfast choice that’s as easy as it is scrumptious.

    Gluten-Free Pop Tarts on a plate with frosting

    Who can forget the joy of biting into a warm strawberry Pop Tart? But let’s face it, the store-bought ones aren’t exactly the healthiest choice and they’re not gluten-free. Our scrumptious homemade version, is a gluten-free twist that’s simply irresistible.

    The secret to these yummy pop tarts is the gluten-free crust that you’d never know is gluten-free. It’s perfectly flakey and doesn’t fall apart in the toaster or oven. When topped filled with strawberry jam and topped with icing, it’s hard to say no!

    While whipping these up may not be as quick as our strawberry baked oats or this gluten-free breakfast casserole, the effort is well worth the reward. And for those times when you’re in the mood for an extra-special treat, don’t miss our mouthwatering gluten-free fried donuts.

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    Why you’ll love gf pop tarts

    • The crust is perfectly flaky, you’ll never know it’s gluten-free.
    • They can be frozen and thrown in the toaster
    • Made with real ingredient, with no artificial dyes, they’re a much better alternative to traditional pop tarts.
    • You can add as much icing as you’d like!

    What you need to make these pop tarts

    • Raspberry filling – Homemade raspberry filling with fresh or frozen raspberries, sugar, and cornstarch yields the best flavor. However, you can use whatever filling you like.
    • Gluten-free flour – My favorite gluten-free flour uses a blend of brown rice flour, white rice flour, tapioca starch, as well as a few other ingredients.
    • Sugar – You’ll need granulated sugar for the dough and the raspberry filling as well as powdered sugar if you chose to make homemade icing.
    • Butter – Using frozen butter is one of the key ways to getting a flakey, fluffy pastry.
    • Buttermilk – Buttermilk and buttermilk powder add lift to these pop-tarts.
    • Egg – Adding a little egg wash to the tops of the pop tarts before baking allows them to turn a nice golden-brown.

    Which gluten-free flour is best?

    While we use a variety of flour to make these the best they can be, you can certainly opt for a high quality gluten-free all purpose flour like King Arthur GF brand or Bob’s red mill.

    A gluten-free flour without almond flour, coconut flour, or corn starch gives the pastry dough gets an authentic texture instead of a crumbly, gluten free texture. 

    How to make gluten-free pop-tarts

    Step 1: Make the filling

    Combine filling ingredients into a small saucepan and cook on medium heat until the mixture is thick.

    Step 2: Start the dough

    Using a stand mixer or large bowl, combine some of the dough ingredients. Grate 1/2 a cube of butter at a time into the dry ingredients until mixed. Once the butter is combined, slowly add the wet ingredients until a dough ball forms.

    Step 3: Roll

    Roll the gluten free pastry crust out immediately on a floured surface or place in the refrigerator. After the dough is rolled out, cut it into rectangles using a sharp knife.

    Step 4: Assemble

    Place raspberry filling in each pastry and sandwich it with another piece of dough.

    Step 5: Seal

    Using a fork, pinch the sides together and brush with egg wash.

    Step 6: Bake and Ice

    Bake until golden brown then add icing to the top of each pop tart. 

    Gluten-Free Pop Tarts step-by-step photos

    Pro Tip: Although chilling the dough is not required, it will prevent it from sticking to the counter. If you have time, I recommend chilling your dough for 20-40 minutes.

    Can you change the filling?

    Yes, definitely! While we did raspberry jam here, you can get creative with your filling and try blueberries, blackberries or homemade strawberry jam.

    If you don’t want something fruity, Nutella, peanut butter, another nut butter, or a brown sugar cinnamon filling will also work. No matter what you chose, these are sure to please.

    Can you make them dairy-free?

    Definitely! Just remove the buttermilk powder and make dairy free buttermilk with coconut or almond milk and lemon juice. Then, make sure to also use dairy free or vegan butter.

    Tips for success

    • Serve warm – Although you can store these homemade pop tarts at room temperature, they’re best when served right out of the toaster.
    • Cold ingredients – Using cold butter, water, buttermilk, etc. is the best way to get that perfectly flaky crust.
    • Parchment paper – If you’re having trouble with the dough sticking, try placing parchment paper in between the rolling pin and your dough. This way, you can roll the dough mess-free!
    • Use a pizza cutter – Using a pizza cutter or pastry cutter makes it much easier to get perfect squares. 
    Gluten-Free Pop Tarts in a hand with raspberry filling

    Storage

    Storing – These delicious pop tarts can easily be enjoyed for up to 4 days if kept on the counter in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave for 15 seconds or by toasting in the toaster.

    Freezing – To freeze pop tarts, cook them as directed, let them cool to room temperature, and place them in a freezer-safe baggie. You can freeze it for up to 3 months and pop in the toaster when you’re ready to eat.

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    BEST Gluten Free Pop Tarts

    Gluten Free Pop Tarts on a plate
    5 from 14 votes
    These delicious gluten free pop tarts are a flaky, fruity delight your family will adore. A crumbly gluten-free crust with raspberry filling and icing, will have your kids craving them daily.
    Whip them up in just 40 minutes and stash some in the freezer for those hectic mornings. A wholesome twist on the classic pop tarts, they're a healthier breakfast choice that's as easy as it is scrumptious.
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 17 minutes mins
    Total Time: 37 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: breakfast, gluten-free, pop tart
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 488kcal
    Author: Chandice

    Ingredients

    Filling

    • 10 ounces frozen raspberries
    • 1/2 cup sugar
    • 3 tablespoon cornstarch

    Pastry

    • 1/4 cup brown rice flour
    • 1/2 cup white rice flour
    • 1/2 cup tapioca starch
    • 1/2 cup arrowroot starch
    • 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
    • 1/2 teaspoon gelatin
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 tablespoon buttermilk powder
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • 1/2 cup butter frozen
    • 1 tablespoon buttermilk
    • 1 egg beaten (set aside 2 T)
    • 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    • 1 1/2-2 tablespoon ice water

    Icing

    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 1-2 tablespoon milk

    Instructions

    • In a saucepan, combine all filling ingredients and heat on a medium heat, stirring frequently and cook until raspberries are hot and mixture has thickened, remove from heat and set aside
    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees then using a stand mixer, combine the first nine dry pastry ingredients; mix well
    • Remove butter from freezer and grate 1/2 cube at a time into dry ingredients, lightly fluff in butter as you go
    • After all the butter is grated in, mix a few turns until all butter is coated in flour mixture then add buttermilk, vinegar and 2 T of beaten egg with a stir or two in between each one
    • Add ice water one tablespoon at a time and mix together until dough sticks together and is a nice smooth texture
    • Roll out dough immediately or place in a refrigerator, dough should be slightly colder than room temperature when you roll it out, but not refrigerator cold
    • Place plastic wrap on the counter surface, divide dough in half and roll out one half of dough into a large rectangular shape and use a pizza wheel, cut dough into 3 x 5 rectangles
    • After cutting dough, lift plastic wrap edges and invert dough into your hand and place on a baking pad or parchment lined cookie sheet, leave enough space in between each pastry that you can work around it
    • Get a small bowl of water to dip your fingers in
    • Place 3-4 T of raspberry filling on each pastry, spread to the shape of the pastry leaving 1/4 inch around all edges
      Gluten-Free Pop Tarts step-by-step photos
    • Dip your finger in the water and run it around the edge of the pastries then roll the other half of dough as directed and place on top of the filled pastries
    • Using the tines of a fork, seal the edges of each pastry and make a few decorative holes in the top for venting
    • Lightly brush the tops (not edges) with remaining egg and bake for 17-19 minutes or until golden brown
    • For icing, combine powdered sugar and milk, mix until smooth. Place in a ziploc bag, snip a small piece from the corner and squeeze on in a pattern of your choice. Ice pastries when ready to eat (do not ice before toasting)

    Notes

    Storage

    Storing – Gluten-free pop tarts can easily be enjoyed for up to 4 days if kept on the counter in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave for 15 seconds or by toasting in the toaster.
    Freezing – To freeze pop tarts, cook them as directed, let them cool to room temperature, and place them in a freezer-safe baggie. You can freeze it for up to 3 months and pop in the toaster when you’re ready to eat.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1pop tart | Calories: 488kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 326mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 530IU | Vitamin C: 12.4mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 0.8mg

    This post was originally posted on July 3, 2017. It has since been updated with new photos and step by step picture instructions. The recipe is still the same delicious one. Here is the original photo…

    Gluten-free pop tarts on a red plate

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    Comments

    1. Ramona says

      January 02, 2022 at 10:56 pm

      5 stars
      As soon as I saw these I pinned it within a second, I have been meaning to make these for quite some time and I have found the perfect recipe! Thank you for sharing this, I cant wait to make them again!

      Reply
    2. Tammy says

      January 02, 2022 at 10:17 pm

      5 stars
      I loved Pop Tarts growing up. These look so delightful and flaky…delicious little treats to make!

      Reply
    3. Aya says

      January 02, 2022 at 3:33 pm

      5 stars
      Since my diagnosis, I have not had pop tarts, so I was so excited to find your recipe. The pop tarts turned out amazing, even better than the store-bought ones. Thank you for bringing back great childhood memories!

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        January 04, 2022 at 3:30 am

        Awww thanks Aya, I am so glad you loved them!

        Reply
    4. Katie Crenshaw says

      January 02, 2022 at 2:06 pm

      5 stars
      These were so fun to make and turn out delicious! Much better than the store bought boxed version! I made a batch and froze half to eat later!

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        January 04, 2022 at 3:30 am

        What a great idea! Thanks, I am so glad you love them. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Dennis Littley says

      January 01, 2022 at 2:40 pm

      5 stars
      I’m going to make these again for my GF niece the next time shes over!
      Thanks for the recipe

      Reply
    6. Mikayla says

      December 31, 2021 at 4:19 am

      5 stars
      We chose to use a seedless strawberry jam we made and left off the icing, but have to say they were very good. I would not have guessed they were gluten free. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        January 04, 2022 at 3:31 am

        Great idea! Thanks, I am so glad you weren’t able to tell they were gluten-free.

        Reply
    7. Healing Tomato says

      December 31, 2021 at 12:33 am

      5 stars
      I am so glad you made a gluten-free version of pop-tarts! I made this for a friend and he just loved it!! His gluten-allergies meant he couldn’t eat regular pop-tarts! Will make them again and again.

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        January 04, 2022 at 3:32 am

        So happy to hear that, it’s always nice to have something you haven’t in a long time. So glad we could help!

        Reply
    8. Colleen says

      December 29, 2021 at 9:41 pm

      5 stars
      I loved pop tarts as a child, and I’m thrilled that I can have them again thanks to this recipe. They turned out perfectly and are a delicious treat.

      Reply
    9. Kayla DiMaggio says

      December 29, 2021 at 2:48 pm

      5 stars
      Gluten-Free Pop Tarts?? Ummm sign me up! These were so delicious and reminded me of the pop tarts of my childhood! So glad I can enjoy them again!

      Reply
    10. Marta says

      December 28, 2021 at 3:13 am

      5 stars
      These gluten free pop tarts were so perfect for breakfast this morning. Raspberry is my favorite fruit, so these were calling my name. The recipe was easy to follow. Will definitely be making these more often.

      Reply
    11. Alesha says

      January 28, 2021 at 6:32 pm

      These look so good! Have you tried a measure for measure blend to make these? If so, which would you recommend?

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        January 30, 2021 at 8:56 pm

        I haven’t but I would try Cup4Cup, it’s my favorite! Or you can make a big batch of our gluten-free flour here on the blog and use that for much cheaper.;)

        Reply
    12. Joy says

      January 26, 2021 at 3:07 pm

      5 stars
      I saw these on your Instagram and HAD to try them! The pastry was light and flaky and my kids had fun helping with the filling. Such a fun baking project on a cold day!

      Reply
    13. Sydney Wynne says

      January 06, 2019 at 2:43 am

      5 stars
      I couldn’t believe how delicious these pastries were! The best gluten-free pastry i’ve had for sure!

      Reply

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