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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies That Will Melt in Your Mouth

Delight in these Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies that combine nostalgia and gooey goodness in every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Be sure to measure properly for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Adds tenderness to the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda A leavening agent for slight rise.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps create a light texture.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Softened to room temperature.
  • 0.5 cups light brown sugar Adds sweetness and caramel flavor.
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar Contributes sweetness and crispy edge.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients and adds moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Provides aromatic sweetness.
For the Brown Sugar Filling
  • 0.33 cups brown sugar Delivers gooey goodness.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 tablespoon flour Helps thicken the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds comforting spice.
For the Powdered Sugar Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Adds sweetness and glossy finish.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Melted for easy mixing.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Helps achieve desired consistency.
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon Adds flavor and aroma.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  2. Cream together unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Cover and chill dough for at least 1 hour.
  4. Mix brown sugar, softened butter, flour, and cinnamon together for the filling until cohesive.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Shape cookies by enclosing filling within dough pieces.
  6. Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on a wire rack.
  7. Prepare glaze by whisking powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, and cinnamon. Drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough to maintain shape and improve texture. Measure flour accurately for best results.

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