Description
These Protein Pop Tarts are a delicious and healthier twist on the classic breakfast treat, combining oat flour, almond flour, and vanilla protein powder to create a nutrient-packed pastry. Filled with your choice of fruit preserves and optionally topped with a light glaze, they make a perfect high-protein snack or breakfast option.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil, softened
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 to 3 tablespoons almond milk
Filling
- 1/4 cup fruit preserves or jam (low sugar if desired)
Optional Glaze
- Powdered sugar
- Almond milk (a splash for mixing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring the pop tarts don’t stick during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the oat flour, vanilla protein powder, almond flour, and salt thoroughly to create an even flour mixture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate the softened coconut oil and maple syrup, mixing until the dough starts to become crumbly. Gradually add almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, stirring until a soft dough forms that can be rolled out.
- Roll the Dough: Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness for the perfect pop tart texture.
- Cut Rectangles: Cut the dough into rectangles approximately 3 by 4 inches in size. Gather and re-roll any scraps to avoid waste.
- Fill Pop Tarts: Place half of the dough rectangles on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon about one teaspoon of fruit preserves onto each rectangle, spreading slightly but leaving edges clear to seal.
- Seal the Edges: Top each filled rectangle with a second dough rectangle and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal the filling inside and prevent leakage during baking.
- Bake: Bake the pop tarts for 14 to 16 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown, signaling they are done.
- Cool and Glaze (Optional): Allow the pop tarts to cool completely. For an optional glaze, mix powdered sugar with a splash of almond milk until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled pop tarts to add a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- You can substitute fruit preserves with low-sugar or sugar-free options for a healthier variant.
- Make sure to use parchment paper both for rolling out the dough and for lining the baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Adjust the amount of almond milk as needed to get the right dough consistency; it should be soft but not too sticky.
- Protein powder choice can alter the flavor; vanilla works best for a balanced sweetness.
- Store the pop tarts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- To enjoy warm pop tarts, heat them briefly in a toaster oven.
