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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies Recipe

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Enjoy these delightful Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies, featuring a buttery, tender dough filled with a sweet brown sugar and cinnamon mixture. Baked to a golden finish and topped with a smooth powdered sugar icing, these cookies blend nostalgic flavors with a modern homemade touch, perfect for indulgent snacking or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Finishing Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
  • Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dry Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined to avoid overmixing and keep the dough tender.
  5. Chill the Dough: Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up the dough for easier rolling.
  6. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon thoroughly; set aside for filling the cookies.
  7. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Roll and Cut Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll one disk of dough to about ¼ inch thickness. Cut into approximately 3×4 inch rectangles (about 12 per disk). Repeat with the second disk.
  9. Assemble Cookies: Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of one rectangle. Top with another rectangle and press edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp edges decoratively and ensure a good seal.
  10. Prepare for Baking: Arrange assembled cookies on prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each. Brush tops lightly with milk.
  11. Bake: Bake cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and tops are set.
  12. Cool: Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Prepare Icing: Whisk powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons milk together until smooth. Add more milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
  14. Decorate: Drizzle the icing over cooled cookies and decorate with sprinkles if desired. Let icing set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature to achieve creamy texture when creaming with sugars.
  • Do not overfill cookies to prevent filling from oozing out during baking.
  • Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips to the filling for variation.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
  • You can customize the icing with extracts or food coloring for fun variations.

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