Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies combine the nostalgic flavors of classic pop tarts with the comforting texture of a cookie. They are sweet, chewy, and perfect for a fun twist on traditional cookies.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup brown sugar glaze or frosting (optional)
• Sprinkles for decoration (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Step 3: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined but not overworked.
6. Step 6: Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
7. Step 7: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
8. Step 8: Remove cookies from oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Step 9: If desired, spread brown sugar glaze over cooled cookies and add sprinkles for a pop tart look.

Tips & Variations

• For a sweeter glaze, mix powdered sugar with a little brown sugar and milk until smooth.
• Add your favorite jam under the glaze to mimic a classic pop tart filling.
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to reduce spreading and enhance flavor.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If glazed, keep them separate from other cookies to avoid stickiness. Reheat briefly in a microwave if you prefer them warm.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of sugar?

Yes, you can substitute light brown sugar with dark brown sugar for a deeper molasses flavor or use all granulated sugar for a lighter taste.

How do I make the cookies less sweet?

Reduce the amount of brown sugar in the dough slightly and skip or use a minimal amount of glaze to decrease overall sweetness.

Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies Recipe

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These Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic pop tart breakfast treat, transformed into soft, chewy cookies bursting with brown sugar flavor and filled with your favorite pop tart pieces. Perfect for a nostalgic snack or dessert, these cookies combine buttery dough with a sweet, fruity center and a subtle caramelized note from the brown sugar.

• Author: Luna
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Filling

• 3 to 4 Pop Tarts, chopped into bite-sized pieces (any flavor of choice)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to warm up while you prepare the dough—ensuring the cookies bake evenly.
2. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. This step incorporates air to create a tender cookie texture.
3. Add eggs and vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract. These add moisture and depth of flavor to the dough.
4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
5. Mix dry ingredients into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can toughen the cookies.
6. Fold in Pop Tart pieces: Gently fold the chopped Pop Tart bits into the dough, distributing them evenly throughout for bursts of sweet filling in every bite.
7. Scoop dough onto baking sheet: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded dollops of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow spreading.
8. Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set but still soft.
9. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and prevents breakage.
10. Serve and enjoy: Once cooled, enjoy these sweet, chewy Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies as a nostalgic treat any time of day.

Notes

• You can use any flavor of Pop Tarts for a customized cookie experience.
• For crispier cookies, bake a few extra minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help control spreading if desired.

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