Description
Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful fusion of nostalgia and flavor, perfect for anyone craving a sweet treat. These cookies boast a soft, thick texture filled with gooey cinnamon goodness, reminiscent of your favorite childhood snacks. Topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze, they offer both comfort and indulgence. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, these cookies are versatile enough for any occasion. Easy to make and customizable with different fillings or toppings, they promise to become a cherished addition to your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 3/4 cups cake flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cake flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk dry ingredients; gradually add to wet mixture while mixing until just combined. Chill dough for one hour.
- Prepare the filling by mixing all filling ingredients until smooth.
- Scoop chilled dough into portions, create wells for filling, and seal them before placing on baking sheets.
- Bake for about 11–13 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on racks.
- Prepare icing by combining all icing ingredients until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg