Description
Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a nostalgic delight that combine soft, chewy cookie dough with a sweet, caramel-like flavor. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family gathering or a late-night snack. With their beautiful icing and charming shapes, they’re sure to impress everyone who takes a bite. Enjoy the warmth and sweetness that will transport you back to childhood memories with every delicious mouthful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tbsp milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Allow cooling briefly on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- For the icing, whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg