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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies: Chewy Nostalgia in Every Bite

Discover the delightful Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies that blend childhood nostalgia with chewy goodness and a crisp shell.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture; substitute with margarine for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Adds deep caramel flavor; light brown sugar can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Adds sweetness and aids in browning.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder; substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor; use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure; a gluten-free blend can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Leavening agent to help cookies rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda Helps cookies spread and brown.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Brown sugar for filling Fills cookies with a sweet, chewy interior.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar for icing Sweetens and thickens the icing.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Milk for icing Adjusts consistency; any milk alternative works too.
Optional Topping
  • Sprinkles Adds a fun decorative touch; can be omitted.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Fork
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1 cup of packed brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until fluffy.
  2. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  5. While the dough chills, mix together 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon for the filling.
  6. Remove half of the chilled dough and roll it out to 1/4 inch thickness, cutting into squares or rectangles, about 2-3 inches.
  7. Place a spoonful of the cinnamon-brown sugar filling on half of the squares. Top each with another dough square and use a fork to seal the edges.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool for 10 minutes, then prepare icing by whisking together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 1-2 tablespoons of milk. Drizzle over cookies and add sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cookies to cool completely before icing to prevent sliding.

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