Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Treat
If you’re on the hunt for a delightful treat to brighten your day, these Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are just what you need! Bursting with a warm, gooey brown sugar and cinnamon filling, these buttery cookies offer a nostalgic take on a classic favorite. They’re easy to whip up and perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy afternoon snack. With simple ingredients and customizable options, these cookies are bound to become a new family favorite. Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade goodness that everyone will love!
- 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 medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry mixture into wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Divide dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and roll out chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick. Cut into rectangles.
- Place filling on one rectangle, top with another rectangle, seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with milk and bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool before icing with powdered sugar mixed with milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg