Description
Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies, a scrumptious twist on the classic childhood favorite. These cookies boast a soft, thick texture and a gooey cinnamon filling that will whisk you back to simpler times. Topped with a sweet glaze, they are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy afternoon snack, festive gatherings, or just because you crave something sweet. With straightforward instructions and easy-to-find ingredients, even novice bakers can whip up these bakery-style treats at home. Get ready to impress your family and friends with cookies that not only taste amazing but also look stunning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 3 3/4 cups cake flour
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (for filling)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for filling)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk dry ingredients and gradually add to the wet mixture until well blended. Chill dough for one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cake flour until smooth.
- Scoop chilled dough, fill with a ball of the cinnamon mixture, shape into a cookie ball, and seal.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on racks before icing with a mixture of powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, and cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (50g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg