Description
Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful fusion of nostalgia and flavor, bringing back the essence of childhood treats. These warm, chewy cookies are filled with sweet brown sugar goodness and topped with a colorful frosting that adds both visual appeal and extra sweetness. Perfect for family gatherings or an after-school snack, these cookies will surely become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, flatten slightly, and bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- For optional frosting, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg