Description
These Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm brown sugar and cinnamon flavors. Inspired by the classic Pop-Tarts, these cookies feature a buttery dough, a rich brown sugar-cinnamon filling, and a sweet glaze on top. Perfect for dessert, snacking, or sharing with friends and family
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2️⃣ Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
3️⃣ Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
4️⃣ Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
1️⃣ In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon together.
2️⃣ Stir in melted butter until the mixture is spreadable.
1️⃣ Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
2️⃣ Cut into small rectangles (or circles for a different shape).
3️⃣ Spoon a small amount of filling onto half of the pieces.
4️⃣ Cover with another piece of dough and seal the edges with a fork.
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2️⃣ Arrange cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3️⃣ Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
4️⃣ Let them cool completely before glazing.
1️⃣ Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2️⃣ Drizzle over the cooled cookies.
3️⃣ Let the glaze set for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the filling.
- Chilling the dough makes it easier to roll and prevents spreading.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- These cookies freeze well—store unglazed cookies in a ziplock bag for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American