These Halloween Ghost Berry Pop Tarts are a delicious and festive treat perfect for spooky season. With a buttery, flaky pie crust filled with homemade blueberry jam, they’re fun to make and even more fun to eat! The best part? You can shape them into adorable ghost shapes, adding a touch of Halloween magic to your table.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These pop tarts are an elevated twist on the store-bought version, featuring a homemade pie crust that’s incredibly flaky and buttery. The rich blueberry filling is sweet with a hint of tartness, balanced by the bright flavor of lemon and vanilla. Shaping the dough into ghosts adds a playful, festive touch, making these pop tarts perfect for Halloween parties or simply a fun baking activity with the family. They're also customizable—you can fill them with any jam or fruit filling you prefer!
The Perfect Occasion for These Pop Tarts
These Halloween Ghost Berry Pop Tarts are perfect for any Halloween-themed celebration or event. Whether you’re hosting a spooky party, making treats for your kids' school event, or just looking for a fun autumn baking project, these pop tarts are sure to impress. Their spooky ghost shape makes them a great addition to any Halloween dessert table, while their delicious homemade flavor will keep everyone coming back for more.
Decoration Tips
To give your ghost pop tarts a fun Halloween look, use a small knife to cut out ghost shapes from the dough. After baking, you can decorate the "ghost faces" with icing or melted chocolate to create spooky eyes and mouths. You could also dust them with powdered sugar for a ghostly effect, or drizzle some white icing over the tops for a playful touch. These little details will make your pop tarts extra fun and festive!
Ingredients:
For the Pie Crust:
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup (226g) cold, cubed butter
- 3-4 tablespoons cold water
For the Blueberry Jam Filling:
- Fresh or frozen blueberries
- Lemon zest and juice (to taste)
- Splash of vanilla extract
- Sugar (to taste)
- Cornstarch (to thicken, mix with water)
Instructions:
- Make the Pie Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. The dough should be soft but not sticky. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Blueberry Jam Filling: In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and sugar to taste. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a bit of water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the blueberry mixture and stir until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Roll Out the Dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out ghost shapes using a knife or a ghost-shaped cookie cutter.
- Assemble the Pop Tarts: Place half of the ghost-shaped dough cutouts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon a small amount of blueberry filling onto the center of each piece, leaving a small border around the edges. Place another ghost-shaped dough piece on top of the filling and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
- Bake: Bake the pop tarts for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and flaky. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before decorating.
- Decorate: Once cooled, use icing or melted chocolate to create spooky faces on the ghost pop tarts. You can also drizzle white icing over the tops or dust with powdered sugar for a fun, ghostly look.
Enjoy your flaky, festive Halloween Ghost Berry Pop Tarts, the perfect spooky treat for any Halloween celebration!