Bring a burst of joy and magic to your mornings with these homemade Rainbow Unicorn Poptarts. Colorful and delightful, each poptart is filled with your favorite jam and finished with a whimsical icing and rainbow sprinkles. They’re the perfect treat to start your day or enjoy as a fun snack.
Ingredients
Poptarts:
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup White Wheat Flour
- 1 tsp Sea Salt
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) Cold Light Butter
- 1/4-1/2 cup Ice Cold Water
- Food Coloring
- 4 tsp Jam of your choice
Icing:
- 1/4 cup Confectioners’ Sugar Substitute
- 1 1/2 tbsp Whipping Cream
- 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Rainbow Sprinkles
Directions
- Prepare Dough: In a food processor, blend both flours, salt, and sugar. Add cold butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse grains. Gradually add ice cold water until dough forms.
- Color Dough: Divide dough into portions, adding food coloring to each. Mix until color is even.
- Chill: Roll colored dough into balls, flatten, and stack in rainbow order. Chill in fridge for at least one hour.
- Shape Poptarts: Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out dough, cut into squares. Place jam on half the squares, cover with other squares, seal edges with a fork.
- Bake: Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Cool and Ice: Cool poptarts on a wire rack. Mix icing ingredients and drizzle over cooled poptarts. Add sprinkles.
Tips
- Chill dough thoroughly to make handling easier.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant, uniform colors.
- Serve fresh or store in the fridge for 3-5 days for best flavor.
FAQ
Q: Can I use a different type of flour for these poptarts? A: Yes, you can substitute the white wheat flour with another type of whole grain flour, or use all-purpose flour for both portions if preferred.
Q: What types of jam work best in poptarts? A: Any thick jam or preserves work well. Avoid very runny or liquidy jams as they may seep out during baking.
Prep Time
- Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Yield
- Servings: 10 half-poptarts
Category
- Breakfast or Snack
Method
- Baking
Cuisine
- American
Diet
- Vegetarian
Conclusion
These Rainbow Unicorn Poptarts are not just a colorful and delightful breakfast option but also a creative way to bring a little extra magic into your day. Whether you’re serving them up for a special brunch or enjoying as a cheerful snack, these homemade treats are sure to enchant and satisfy with their vibrant colors and sweet, fruity filling. Enjoy the process of making these fun poptarts and delight in their magical taste!