Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies
Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful fusion of nostalgia and indulgence, featuring a buttery cookie base enveloping a gooey strawberry filling. These cookies boast a satisfying crunch that leads to an irresistible jam center, all topped with a sweet glaze. Ideal for breakfast or dessert, they’re perfect for any gathering and are sure to please both kids and adults alike. Whip up a batch today and enjoy the sweet memories they evoke.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup strawberry jam
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
- Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions on baking sheets, create an indentation in each, fill with strawberry jam, and cover with dough.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown. Cool slightly and drizzle with powdered sugar mixed with water or milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Experiment with different fruit jams like raspberry or blueberry for unique flavors. For added zest, incorporate lemon zest into the dough or drizzle white chocolate over cooled cookies. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.