Collegiate Times

With classes back in full swing, the primal need for an on-the-go snack has returned. Just grab one of these flaky creations as you dash out the door to ensure an energy boost for those early morning — or afternoon — classes. The tarts require a little prep time the night before, but catching those extra snoozes the next morning could be worth it.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: About 10 minutes

Ingredients:

1 box of refrigerated piecrust

1 jar of jam or preserves (flavor of your choice)

Glaze or egg wash

Sparkling sugar (for decoration)

1 cup powdered sugar

Milk

Directions for Pop-Tarts:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. Unroll piecrust into a rectangle then cut into smaller rectangles. Place one teaspoon of jam in the center of a rectangle and top with another piece of crust.

3. Crimp all four edges with a fork (this helps to hold the crust together). Repeat until all of the crust is used. If necessary, use a rolling pin to flatten out the extra crust. 

4. Bake the tarts for about 10 minutes or until slightly brown.

5. Allow them to cool, then spread glaze (recipe below) onto each tart and decorate with sparkling sugar, or whatever decoration you desire. 

Directions for Glaze:

1. Place powdered sugar in bowl.

2. Add milk in very slowly until it has a thick consistency.

A version of this article appeared in the Aug 31 issue of the Collegiate Times.