Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Brown Sugar Pop Tart-Inspired Cookies, a nostalgic treat that combines childhood memories with the joy of baking. These chewy, buttery cookies are packed with warm cinnamon and brown sugar, creating a comforting experience perfect for breakfast or dessert. Enhanced by crushed Pop-Tarts, they offer a unique twist that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving something sweet, these cookies are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 3/4 cups cake flour
- 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 5 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 Tablespoon cake flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 1/2 Tablespoon milk
Instructions
- In a stand mixer, beat room temperature unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until fluffy.
- In another bowl, combine cake flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture while mixing.
- Chill the dough for one hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your filling by mixing unsalted butter, light brown sugar, cinnamon, and cake flour until smooth.
- Scoop chilled dough (about 1/4 cup) and create wells to fill with the mixture. Seal with another half of dough.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes until edges are golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg