Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Treat
Indulge in the nostalgia of childhood with these irresistible Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies. They capture the essence of cozy kitchens filled with love and laughter, transforming a classic treat into a delightful cookie experience. With a soft and chewy base, these cookies are generously filled with warm brown sugar and cinnamon, then topped with creamy icing for an extra touch of sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, these treats will transport you back to simpler times while offering a modern twist that everyone will love. Whether you’re sharing them at gatherings or enjoying them solo, each bite envelops you in comfort and joy.
- 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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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (for icing consistency)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, packed brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll out dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut into rectangles.
- Fill half the rectangles with the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture; cover with remaining dough rectangles and seal edges.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges. Cool before icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg