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Strawberry Jam Toaster Pastries

Strawberry Jam Toaster Pastries

Indulge in the ultimate comfort of homemade Strawberry Jam Toaster Pastries. These flaky, buttery pastries filled with sweet strawberry jam are perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, they promise a warm, inviting treat that will make your mornings special. Try them tonight and savor the joy!
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Cut into cubes.
  • 1 large Egg Plus 1 large egg white.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk
  • 1/2 cup Fruit Preserves Or other filling as desired.
  • 1 cup Confectioners’ Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Strawberry Jam
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Or as needed.
  • 1 pinch Pink Food Coloring Optional.
  • 1 pinch Coarse Decorating Sugar Optional.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Blender
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Using a fork or pastry blender, work in the butter until it forms pea-sized crumbles. Whisk together egg and milk; stir into flour mixture with a fork until dough just comes together. Divide in half and shape into discs; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 days.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Remove dough from the refrigerator and allow it to soften 10 to 15 minutes or until workable. Roll out on a lightly floured work surface to a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick and 9-by-12 inches in size. Using a ruler and a rotary or pizza cutter, cut into nine 3-by-4 inch rectangles. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  3. Beat the egg white with a splash of water, and brush it around the edges of each rectangle. Place a heaping tablespoon of filling into the center of each.
  4. Roll and cut the second piece of dough just as you did the first. Top each filled pastry with a second rectangle of dough, using your fingertips to press firmly around all sides. Press and crimp edges with a fork or a ravioli cutter to seal.
  5. Prick the top of each tart with a fork or make a few small slices with a pairing knife to allow the steam to escape when baking. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or freeze for 10 minutes, then bake for 25 to 35 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove them from the oven, and allow them to cool on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
  6. To prepare glaze, sift confectioners’ sugar into a bowl. Whisk strawberry jam with milk, then stir into sugar until it just flows off a spoon. Spread or drizzle onto cooled pastries. Sprinkle immediately with decorating sugar, if desired.

Notes

  • Storage: Once baked, these pastries can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them before baking.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the pastries before baking. Just pop them in the oven straight from the freezer; they may take a few extra minutes to bake.
  • Pairing: Serve your pastries with a side of whipped cream or ice cream for a delicious dessert option!
  • Flavor Variations: Try using different fruit jams like raspberry, apricot, or even chocolate hazelnut spread for a fun twist.
  • Garnishing: Top your pastries with a sprinkle of nuts or coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.