Description
Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of brown sugar and fruit preserves, encased in a soft cookie dough.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fruit preserves (your choice, like strawberry or raspberry)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 teaspoons milk (for icing)
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly in your hands. Place a small spoonful of fruit preserves in the center, then fold the dough over to encase the filling. Pinch the edges to seal.
- Place the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- While the cookies are baking, prepare the icing by mixing the powdered sugar with 1-2 teaspoons of milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency as needed.
- Once the cookies are out of the oven and cooled slightly, drizzle the icing over the top and add sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dough.
- You can also substitute the fruit preserves with chocolate or peanut butter for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg