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Colorful plate featuring freshly baked brown sugar pop tart cookies with golden-brown edges and a glossy sugar glaze, arranged neatly on a rustic wooden surface with a scattering of brown sugar and tiny sprinkles for garnish

Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies Childhood Favorite Reimagined

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A nostalgic recipe reinvented with a rich brown sugar glaze for a perfect sweet treat reminiscent of childhood favorites.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • For glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2-3 teaspoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until creamy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until a dough forms.
  6. Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into rectangular shapes or desired forms.
  7. Place on baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, brown sugar, and milk to make glaze.
  9. Once cookies have cooled, apply glaze and let set before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough.
  • Ensure cookies are completely cooled before glazing to prevent melting the glaze.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 20g)
  • Calories: 85 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg