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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies
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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful homemade take on the classic pop tart, combining soft cookie texture with a gooey cinnamon filling. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday celebrations to cozy afternoon snacks. Each bite offers the nostalgic flavors of your favorite childhood treat, topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze that adds an extra touch of indulgence. With easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is suitable for bakers of all skill levels. Customize them with your favorite fillings or enjoy them as they are—these cookies are sure to become a new family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 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 (for filling)
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for filling)
  • 2 tablespoons cake flour (for filling)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for icing)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled, for icing)
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons milk (for icing)

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer, combine butter and sugars; beat until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix until fluffy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture; beat until combined. Chill dough for one hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare filling by mixing remaining butter with brown sugar, cinnamon, and cake flour until smooth.
  4. Scoop chilled dough and create wells for filling; seal and shape into balls.
  5. Bake cookies for 11–13 minutes until golden around the edges. Cool on racks.
  6. Whisk icing ingredients together; drizzle over cooled cookies.

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