Air Fryer Pop Tarts

Air Fryer Pop Tarts are easy to put together and so delicious. They are just like my favorite childhood treat, only better! Make this copycat recipe in your air fryer using puff pastry, fresh fruit, and a bright berry frosting.

Berries are not only delicious but are also packed with nutrients. When combined with easy and flaky puff pastry, they create a delightful contrast of textures in these air fryer pop tarts. Enjoy these berry-filled pop tarts as a scrumptious treat that's both satisfying and visually appealing!

Jump to:

• Why You'll Love This Recipe
• Key Ingredients for Air Fryer Pop Tarts
• What Berries to Use for The Filling
• How to Make Triple Berry Compote
• Assemble and Cook The Pastries
• Make the Berry Frosting
• Types of Air Fryers
• Expert Air Fryer Tips
• Recipe FAQs
• Air Fryer Pop Tarts

Why You'll Love This Recipe

You can make delicious and easy Air Fryer Pop-Tarts at home! Use store-bought puff pastry or make your own. Then add a homemade fruit filling and homemade fruit frosting and you will have a treat that everyone will love!

You will also love that this recipe comes together quickly and can be adapted to your taste. Use any berry you like or have on hand. Lastly, there is no need to turn on the oven, just use your air fryer!

Key Ingredients for Air Fryer Pop Tarts

Fresh Berries - Blueberries, Raspberries, Huckleberries, or Blackberries! They add a burst of natural sweetness and vibrant color to your pop tart filling.

Corn Starch - Corn starch is used to thicken the berry filling. It helps absorb excess liquid from the berries, preventing the filling from becoming too runny.

Puff Pastry - Puff pastry is the base of the pop tarts. It's made with layers of butter and dough, which create a flaky and crispy texture when baked. Store-bought puff pastry is convenient, but homemade can offer a personal touch.

Powdered Sugar- Powdered sugar (a.k.a. confectioners sugar or icing sugar) is used to make the sweet glaze that is drizzled over the baked pop tarts for added sweetness and decoration.

Berry Syrup - Berry syrup is extracted from the cooked berry compote and is used as the glaze for the pop tarts.

Lemon Juice - Lemon juice adds a touch of acidity to balance the sweetness of the berry filling. It also enhances the overall flavor profile.

Sprinkles of Choice - Sprinkles add a fun and decorative element to the pop tarts. They are optional...but are they really??

What Berries to Use for The Filling

The berries in the compote filling can be fresh or frozen or a combination of both. For my pop tarts, I used fresh blueberries, frozen raspberries, and huckleberries.

When berries aren't in season, you can usually find a frozen bag of berries with several types. You also don't have to have 3 berries, you can just use your favorite!

How to Make Triple Berry Compote

Make the berry compote filling first. Place the berries and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat.

Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring and smashing the berries. Add the cornstarch and stir in. Allow the mixture to bubble for about a minute and then remove it from the heat.

TIP: Store any leftover compote and syrup in a sealed container in the fridge. Use it as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, cereal, etc. You can also use it for a refreshing drink with sparkling water or add it to a cocktail!

Assemble and Cook The Pastries

Roll out the sheet of puff pastry into a large rectangle. Cut it into 8 smaller rectangles of equal size. Place about 2 tablespoon of berry compote onto one side of a rectangle.

Fold over the other half of the pastry and score it with a fork around the edges and poke a few holes with a fork in the top of the pastry. Repeat with the rest of the puff pastry rectangles.

Spray the basket of the air fryer with non-stick spray and place the pastries in the basket. Cook at 350°F for 10-12 minutes. Remove the pastries from the air fryer and allow them to cool on a rack or plate.

Make the Berry Frosting

In a medium bowl or a large measuring cup (I used my measuring cup for easy pouring), add the powdered sugar, berry sauce from the compote, and lemon juice and whisk together until smooth. Drizzle the frosting on top of the cooked pop tarts and add sprinkles to the top.

Types of Air Fryers

There are so many different types of air fryers out there now, and each one is slightly different. There are countertop air fryers, air fryer ovens, and air fryer attachments to name a few.

I have the COSORI Air Fryer and I love it. It does take up some counter space so make sure you have room for it. If you want a smaller option, check out the COSORI Small Air Fryer or an attachment for the Instant Pot.

Expert Air Fryer Tips

• Make sure you don't overcrowd the air fryer basket so that the hot air can circulate all around the pop-tarts.
• If a little filling leaks out the side, don't panic, the pop-tarts will still taste great!
• Non-stick spray is your friend! You always want to spray the basket and food before air frying (unless otherwise noted) so that nothing sticks to the basket and the outside of your food gets nice and crispy.
• Tongs are also your friend for pulling out hot food from an air fryer. Always be careful and use a utensil because it’s hot in there!
• Remember to always read the instruction manual and follow what your manufacturer recommends.

Recipe FAQs

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