Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Treat
If you’re craving a nostalgic treat that brings warmth and joy to your kitchen, these Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are just what you need! Imagine soft, chewy cookies filled with a delightful brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, topped with a light icing that adds the perfect finishing touch. This recipe is not only simple but also a hit among both kids and adults, making it ideal for family gatherings or busy weeknights when you want to indulge in something special. With endless variations to explore, this sweet treat is bound to become a staple in your baking repertoire!
- 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 butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Divide dough into two disks, wrap in plastic, and chill for one hour.
- Prepare filling by mixing brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and roll out chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick.
- Cut rectangles from rolled dough, fill with brown sugar mixture, seal edges, and brush with milk.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg