Rachael Ray: Buddy Valastro Strawberry Toaster Pastry

Rachael Ray: Buddy Valastro’s Strawberry Toaster Pastry

Buddy Valastro was in the kitchen with Rachael Ray and Jesse Palmer, whipping up a snack that is perfect for a snow day. Whether you want to create a homemade snack that’s a little healthier for your kids, or just want to indulge a little with a homemade pastry, go ahead and try Buddy’s Strawberry Toaster Pastries and you’ll agree you’ll never have to buy the boxed, premade version ever again! These strawberry treats are absolutely delicious and a must-make during your next snow day!

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Rachael Ray: Buddy Valastro Strawberry Toaster Pastry Recipe Ingredients

• 2 rounds refrigerated pie crust dough
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• sprinkles (optional)
• all-purpose flour – for dusting
• strawberry jam
• 1 C confectioners’ sugar
• kosher salt

Buddy Valastro: Rachael Ray Strawberry Toaster Pastry Recipe Directions

1. Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 375 degrees
2. Line the baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper
3. Lightly flour a work surface and unroll the pie crusts
4. Lightly flour the rolling pin, then roll over the crusts a few times to smooth and stretch the dough
5. Cut each round of dough into 12 2-inch by 3-inch rectangles, throwing away the rounded pieces of dough leftover
6. Transfer ix of the rectangles to a baking sheet, then fill with 1 1/2 tsp of the strawberry jam
7. Carefully spread the jam using the back of a spoon or rubber spatula, leaving a small border around the edges of the dough
8. Beat the eggs in a small bowl, then add about 1 tbsp water
9. Brush the edges of the dough with the beaten egg, then top with another sheet of dough
10. Press down along the edges using the tines of a fork to seal
11. Bake until light golden brown and flaky, about 12-14 minutes
12. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly
13. Meanwhile, put the confectioners’ sugar, the vanilla extract, a small pinch of salt, and 3 tsp water in a small bowl, then stir
14. Drizzle the glaze onto the pastries, then top with some sprinkles