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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these homemade Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies, featuring a soft, buttery dough filled with a sweet cinnamon brown sugar filling and topped with a smooth icing and optional sprinkles. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these cookies combine the nostalgic flavors of pop tarts in a hand-held cookie format.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 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

Filling

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Icing

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, packed brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract to combine fully.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, stirring just until everything is evenly mixed, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Prepare cinnamon sugar filling: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon until combined and set aside.
  5. Divide and roll dough: Split the dough into two equal portions. On a floured surface, roll out one portion to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  6. Cut dough shapes: Cut the rolled dough into 3-by-4 inch rectangles. Repeat with the second portion of dough.
  7. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  8. Assemble cookies: Place a tablespoon of the cinnamon brown sugar filling in the center of one dough rectangle, then cover with another rectangle. Seal the edges well to encase the filling.
  9. Repeat assembly: Continue assembling the remaining cookies in the same way until all dough and filling are used.
  10. Bake: Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  11. Make icing and decorate: In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons milk until smooth and pourable. Drizzle the icing over completely cooled cookies and add sprinkles if desired.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, for best cookie texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough after adding the flour to keep cookies tender.
  • Sealing edges well prevents the filling from leaking during baking.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives.

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