Description
Brown Sugar Pop Tart-Inspired Cookies are a delightful fusion of nostalgia and indulgence, perfect for anyone who craves the comforting flavors of classic pop tarts in a chewy cookie form. Each bite is filled with rich brown sugar sweetness paired with your choice of luscious fruit filling and topped with a creamy icing drizzle. These cookies are not only simple to make but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize the fillings and toppings to suit any occasion. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon snack or served at a festive gathering, these cookies are sure to evoke fond memories while satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (your choice for filling)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- 3 tablespoons milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together room temperature butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add sifted flour and baking powder, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop dough portions onto the prepared sheets, place fruit jam in the center of half the discs, then top with another dough disc.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Allow to cool before drizzling with icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg