Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies
These Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies offer a nostalgic flavor with a buttery dough, cinnamon filling, and sweet glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar Can use light or dark brown sugar; dark will be more robust.
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened Allow to soften at room temperature.
- 2 large eggs Make sure each egg is well incorporated before adding the next.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Avoid overworking the dough.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon Adjust to taste for spice.
Icing ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar For icing.
- 2 tablespoons milk For icing.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For icing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, cream together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into rectangles, aiming for uniform sizes.
Assembly
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of half the rectangles and top with the remaining rectangles.
- Seal the edges with a fork and make a few small vents for steam.
Baking
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown, adding extra time for crispier cookies.
- Let cool before icing.
Icing
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth, then drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months. For best flavor, enjoy after icing has set for 10–15 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 80mgSugar: 10g
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