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Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies, a nostalgic treat that perfectly captures the essence of classic pop tarts. These cookies feature a rich, gooey cinnamon filling encased in soft, buttery dough and topped with a luscious glaze. Ideal for any occasion—from festive gatherings to cozy afternoon snacks—these homemade delights are easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy. With their warm and inviting taste, they are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream together room-temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix until combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together cake flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; mix until combined. Chill dough for one hour.
  4. For the filling, combine softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cake flour in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Scoop chilled dough into portions, create wells for the filling, place a small ball of filling inside each well, and seal with more dough.
  6. Bake for 11–13 minutes until lightly golden brown; cool on wire racks.
  7. Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.

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