Description
Indulge in these delightful Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies, featuring a soft, chewy texture and a gooey filling that will transport you back to your childhood.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup of your favorite filling (fruit preserves or chocolate)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tbsp milk or cream (for icing)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- 3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- 4. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to prevent flat cookies.
- 5. Scoop portions of dough, flatten slightly, and place a dollop of filling in the center before sealing with more dough.
- 6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden edges form but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
- 7. For icing, whisk powdered sugar with milk or cream until smooth and drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
- Experiment with fillings like chocolate chips or flavored extracts for unique variations.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week; they can also be frozen for longer storage.
- 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: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg