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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

Sweet Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies for a Cozy Treat

These Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies bring nostalgia and warmth with a customizable filling—a perfect treat for all ages!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cookies rise for a perfect texture.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Enhances browning and flavor in your cookies.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness beautifully!
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for ease of mixing.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed The main sweetener that brings a deep, caramel flavor.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar Adds additional sweetness and texture.
  • 2 large eggs Provides binding and moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor depth.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup brown sugar The main filling ingredient that flavors the center.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Thickens the filling for a gooey center.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warmth and a lovely spice to the filling.
For the finishing touches
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing) Promotes browning and gives a lovely gloss.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing) Essential for that sweet icing drizzle.
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for icing) Adjusts the icing consistency.
  • sprinkles Optional, for decoration.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp Knife or Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Dough: Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl. In another, cream butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar, then mix in eggs and vanilla extract, finally combine with dry ingredients until dough forms.
  2. Chill Dough: Divide the dough into two disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Prepare Filling: Mix brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon in a bowl. Set aside.
  4. Roll Out Dough: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough to ¼ inch thick, cut into rectangles, and place on baking sheet.
  5. Assemble Cookies: Place filling on half the rectangles, top with another and seal edges with a fork. Brush tops with milk.
  6. Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Cool on baking sheet.
  7. Prepare Icing: Whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth, drizzle over cookies, and add sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Customize your filling with fruit preserves or chocolate for unique variations. Watch bake time closely to prevent over-baking.

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