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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies Recipe


  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful homemade treat that combines the rich sweetness of brown sugar with a soft, buttery cookie base. These cookies are easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and offer a nostalgic flavor reminiscent of classic pop tarts. Finished with a light drizzle of icing sugar, they make a perfect snack or dessert.


Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1/2 cup icing sugar for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar and softened butter until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring even sweetness throughout the cookie.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture to add moisture and flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, which will help the cookies rise and balance their sweetness.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough.
  6. Portion Dough: Scoop tablespoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly to allow for spreading.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake the dough in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
  8. Cool and Drizzle: Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet or a wire rack, then drizzle with icing sugar for a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with the sugar.
  • Do not overmix the dough once flour is added to keep the cookies tender.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • Allow cookies to fully cool before adding icing sugar to prevent it from melting into the warm cookies.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: brown sugar cookies, pop tart cookies, homemade cookies, sweet treats, easy cookie recipe, baking dessert