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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

Gooey Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies That Spark Nostalgia

Indulge in these Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies with a soft, cake-like texture and a gooey filling that evokes childhood memories.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 13 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups cake flour or all-purpose flour with cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon adjust to taste
For the Filling
  • ¼ cup softened butter
  • ¾ cup brown sugar mix of dark and light
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons flour
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk or dairy-free alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Cookie Dough Preparation
  1. Cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Beat in the eggs and vanilla until well incorporated.
  3. Gradually mix in cake flour and cinnamon until just combined.
  4. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Stir in flour until a thick mixture forms.
  3. Roll small portions into balls, about 2 teaspoons each, and set aside.
Assembling Cookies
  1. Divide chilled dough into ¼ cup portions, flatten into discs.
  2. Place a filling ball in the center and cover with another disc, sealing edges.
  3. Roll the filled dough ball to ensure it's smooth.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Space cookies on the sheet and bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden.
  3. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Glaze Application
  1. Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies and allow to set for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough is crucial for soft and gooey cookies. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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