Easy Fruit-Filled Breakfast Pastries

Mornings during the school year can feel like a sprint—and let’s be honest, sometimes breakfast is whatever you can toss into a backpack on the way out the door. But what if you could whip up a homemade version of a childhood favorite that’s both fun to make and weekday-friendly? These easy homemade pastries use store-bought pie crust and fruity preserves to keep things simple, but the real magic is in the glaze—made by mixing preserves right into the icing for a pop of natural color and berry-bright flavor. Bonus: Kids can help with assembling and decorating, making it a fun weekend activity that doubles as grab-and-go breakfasts for busy school mornings. Whether you’re Team Strawberry or Team Blueberry, these flaky, jammy treats are a sweet way to start the day.

Makes: 6–8 pop tarts
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Ingredients
›› 2 refrigerated pie crusts (the rolled kind)
›› 1/2 cup strawberry preserves
›› 1/2 cup blueberry preserves
›› 1 egg (for egg wash)
For the Glaze:
›› 1 cup powdered sugar
›› 1–2 tablespoons milk
›› 1 tablespoon strawberry preserves
›› 1 tablespoon blueberry preserves
›› Optional: freeze-dried fruit or sprinkles for topping

Instructions
›› Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
›› Unroll the pie crusts and cut into rectangles (about 3×4 inches). You should get 6–8 pairs.
›› Add filling: Place 1 tablespoon of preserves (strawberry or blueberry) in the center of half the rectangles. Leave a border around the edge.
›› Seal: Top with the other rectangles and press the edges with a fork. Poke a few holes in the tops to let steam escape.
›› Egg wash: Beat the egg and brush it over the tops for a golden finish.
›› Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown. Cool completely before glazing.
›› Make the glaze: In two small bowls, mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1–2 teaspoons milk and 1 tablespoon of preserves (one bowl for strawberry, one for blueberry). Stir until smooth.
›› Decorate: Spread the glaze on the cooled pastries and top with sprinkles or crushed freeze-dried fruit.