Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies
These delectable cookies blend the nostalgic flavor of Pop Tarts with a buttery homemade crust, featuring a chewy brown sugar filling and a delightful frosting, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Room temperature for better creaming results.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed For a rich flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Filling
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
For the Frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk Adjust for desired thickness.
Optional Decoration
- colorful sprinkles For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until well combined.
Filling Preparation
- In a separate bowl, mix the filling ingredients: brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Set aside.
Cookie Assembly
- Divide the cookie dough into two equal portions. Roll out one portion on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into squares or rectangles.
- Place half of the cut dough pieces on a baking sheet, leaving space in between each. Add about a teaspoon of the filling mixture in the center of each.
- Roll out the second portion of dough and cut into similar shapes. Place these over the filled pieces, pressing down the edges to seal.
- Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch and to ensure they are well sealed.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow cooling on a wire rack before preparing the frosting.
Frosting
- For the frosting, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Adjust thickness as needed.
- Spread frosting over the cooled cookies and add colorful sprinkles if desired.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature. Measure flour accurately. Do not overbake to maintain the chewy texture.