Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies
Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the nostalgic flavors of your favorite pop tarts with the soft, chewy texture of cookies. Each bite bursts with caramel sweetness and is topped with colorful icing, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re reminiscing about childhood or creating new memories, these cookies are bound to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar for icing
- 2–4 tbsp milk or cream for icing
- Optional: food coloring
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. In another bowl, beat butter with both sugars until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- 3. Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just mixed.
- 4. Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls onto prepared sheets, leaving space between each.
- 5. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on wire racks.
- 6. For icing, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Experiment with fillings like fruit jams or chocolate chips for added flavor. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.