Description
Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful twist on a childhood classic, combining soft cookie dough with a gooey filling reminiscent of your favorite pop tarts. Perfect for rainy afternoons or family gatherings, these cookies are not only easy to make but also visually stunning. With their warm spices and rich flavors, they evoke nostalgia while providing a delicious treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional fillings (such as jam or frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop generous tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, leaving space in between.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg