How much squee can one dessert hold? While scientists furiously debate the matter I’ll make a punt on saying – lots. I made these oh-so-adorable desserts at a recent family gathering, where I did my usual over-the-top baking trick.
I just couldn’t resist this treat – it was so fun and as it was quick to make [using my pastry cheat] I could dedicate my time to the [many] other bakes I was presenting.
Anything on sticks has instant appeal but these little pies would be perfect presented sans stick. They are the perfect little size for a high tea or even a lunch box treat.
I bought mini paddle pop sticks for this as I had my doubts about putting plastic lollypop sticks in the oven.
I was inspired by this recipe from http://www.cookingchanneltv.com but I cheated all the way. I used frozen shortcrust pastry (home-made pastry would inevitably taste better but to quote that hilarious meme, ain’t nobody got time for that) and shop-bought jam instead of all the from scratch options.
Gather:
2 sheets thawed sweet-crust pastry sheets
Favourite jam / preserves [I used berry]
Caster sugar
Let’s get to it:
Preheat oven to 180C and line two baking sheets with non-stick baking paper.
Use a hear-shaped biscuit / cookie cutter to cut out small hearts. Place half on the baking tray.
Place a small dollop of jam into the centre of each half – do not overfill if they will explode during baking.
Place a stick into each pop then place another heart on top. Use fork to firmly press done edges, then sprinkle with caster sugar.
Bake for 11-18 minutes, depending on the size of your hearts. Allow cooling before serving.
PS – these kept for quite a few days in a sealed contained in a dark, cool place.
the hungry mum 
Creative recipe and presebtation
thanks 🙂 Desserts on sticks are so fun 🙂
very nice!
thanks 🙂
so sweet! Looks like the perfect Valentine’s (or anytime) treat. Love that you go “over the top” for baking. Only way to go 🙂
So cute!
Ta! They’re perfect for kids and adults 😃
Thanks 🙂
How cute! I love these and what a fun baking project to do with little children.
Wonderful idea! Love them!
thanks! hope you make them.
If I attempted those I am guessing they would end up looking like actual hearts on sticks rather than love hearts on sticks but I would love to be served those because they look to be so full of tasty cheerfulness.
nah, they’re easy! All you need is a heart cookie cutter! Hope you try them, you’ll be glad you did.
that’s a great idea!
So cute!! 🙂 haha anything on sticks always seems more appealing than without, though never would have thought of putting pastry on sticks! Such a good idea :O Love how you also managed to find such a perfect matching background too 😉
I know! Food always tastes better on sticks [or in jars!]. I was lucky to find mini sticks, too.
Those are absolutely adorable!
They’re kinda cute, huh?
I love these! So cute yet so easy! I will definitely be making these!
Thanks! I reckon I’ll be wheeling these out for birthday parties for misses6&8 for years to come 🙂
These are so adorable!! And they look delicious 🙂
Adorable, easy & yum – what more could you possibly want in a treat?
This is brilliant! As well as adorable and easy, two of my favourite words. Loving these beautiful photos too 🙂
Awww, ta #blushes So easy to make, & so cute!
These are so cute! I can see these being served as dessert at a baby shower or even a kids’ party!
Yes! They’d be perfect at a baby shower 🙂
I love the presentation and they look very yummy 🙂
Ta! Such a cute little mouthful 🙂
I love it.. I love to eat aside from traveling… Hope to taste all of it soon.
I’m all about the bake! Hope you try these soon.
What a clever idea!
And soooo easy, too 🙂
So creative and adorable looking. I bet they were delish!
They were just the perfect mouthful 🙂
Just adorable! ❤
ta! and coz they’re teeny tiny you can eat more 🙂
Beautiful logic!
I bet your daughters loved those! They look like fun to make, and I bet they tasted delicious too! You’re a good mum!
form one baking mum to another! Baking is my sport 🙂
I’m definitely squee-ing (there’s a word I’d never heard before and am totally glad I know it now 😉 )
These are too cute! Thank you for sharing!!
Squee gets quite the workout in this house – mostly by me 😐 Hope you get to make them.
I bet these were a big hit with kids and adults alike. Definitely cute!
Brilliant recipe idea! They sound amazing too! 🙂
thanks! They’d be a cute idea at a morning tea.
Great recipe! This is perfect for valentines day 😀
ahhh, yes! V Day – must remember to make them next year 🙂
How delightful! they look super tasty, and let’s face it… everything tastes better when eaten on a stick!
These are darling!
Thanks! Small yet perfectly formed 🙂
Oh good heavens, I can truly just gain weight reading your blog. These “pops” are absolutely adorkable!
hehehe! I bake & then give it away so I don’t have to deal with the weight gain 🙂
That is a clever idea!
Thanks 🙂
Oh so cute!
Tiny & on a stick = tick, tick for my kids 🙂