Description
There’s something magical about biting into a warm, buttery cookie that brings back childhood memories of pop tarts. If you love the flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon, these Brown Sugar Pop Tart-Inspired Cookies will quickly become a favorite in your household. With a soft, chewy base, a sweet cinnamon filling, and a drizzle of glaze, these cookies perfectly capture the nostalgia of your favorite breakfast pastry.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Make the filling: In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until well combined.
- Assemble the cookies: Scoop a tablespoon of dough, flatten it slightly, and add a small spoonful of the cinnamon sugar filling in the center. Cover with another small piece of dough and press the edges to seal. Gently flatten the cookie.
- Bake: Arrange cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Allow them to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cookies.
- Enjoy! Let the glaze set before serving, and enjoy these delicious, pop tart-inspired treats.