Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies, a sweet twist on a nostalgic favorite. These soft and chewy cookies are filled with a rich brown sugar and cinnamon mix, then topped with creamy icing for an irresistible finish. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or cozy nights in, this recipe is sure to please both kids and adults alike. With straightforward instructions and customizable options, you can easily whip up these treats for any occasion. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as part of a festive dessert platter—these cookies are versatile and delicious!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 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), for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar with cinnamon.
- Roll out dough into rectangles; fill with the brown sugar mixture and seal edges.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden; cool on a wire rack.
- For icing, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg