Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Treat
If you’re craving a nostalgic treat that captures the essence of childhood snacks, these Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful choice. Combining the comforting flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon, these cookies are not just a feast for the taste buds but also fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy weeknights or cheerful family gatherings, they are easy to make and customizable with toppings. With each bite, you’ll enjoy a sweet surprise that brings back fond memories while creating new ones with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Chill dough for at least one hour.
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Roll out chilled dough and cut into rectangles.
- Assemble by placing filling on half of the rectangles; cover with another rectangle and seal edges.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool and drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg