Description
These Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful, sweet treat that combines the best of homemade cookies and classic pop tarts. With a buttery, flaky crust and a rich brown sugar filling, these cookies are a fun twist on the classic breakfast pastry. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or adding a unique touch to your next dessert spread!
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk (or as needed for dough consistency)
For the Brown Sugar Filling:
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
For the Glaze (Optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
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Make the Cookie Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together. Add milk, a little at a time, to achieve a soft, rollable dough.
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Prepare the Brown Sugar Filling:
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt.
- Stir in the melted butter to form a thick paste. Set aside.
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Assemble the Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Use a cookie cutter or a knife to cut the dough into rectangles or squares.
- Place half of the dough pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a small amount of the brown sugar filling in the center of each rectangle, being careful not to overfill.
- Top each with a second piece of dough, gently pressing the edges to seal the filling inside. Use a fork to crimp the edges and create a decorative seal.
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Bake the Cookies:
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies are crisp.
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Glaze the Cookies (Optional):
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk until it reaches a drizzling consistency.
- Once the cookies are cool, drizzle the glaze over the top of each cookie. Add sprinkles for extra fun, if desired.
Notes
- Be careful not to overfill the cookies with the brown sugar mixture, as it can ooze out during baking.
- If you want a flakier texture, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- You can customize the glaze with different flavors like almond or cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American Dessert