Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies
Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining the nostalgic flavors of childhood with a chewy, buttery texture. Each cookie features a rich brown sugar filling sandwiched between two soft, golden layers. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these cookies are easy to make and customize to satisfy your sweet cravings. With every bite, you’ll be transported back to simpler times filled with joy and laughter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- Frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla to the butter mixture; mix until fully combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges. Let cool before frosting if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg