Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

Introduction

The classic flavor of brown sugar cinnamon Pop Tarts gets an irresistible upgrade in these Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies. Each bite offers the familiar nostalgia of your favorite toaster pastry, transformed into a chewy, cinnamon-spiced cookie with a luscious brown sugar filling and a drizzle of sweet icing. Impress your family, delight a crowd, or simply satisfy your own craving for a deliciously unique cookie that stands apart from the ordinary.

Deliciously Unique Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

What sets these cookies apart is their perfect harmony of flavors and textures: a soft, buttery cookie base enhanced by a brown sugar-cinnamon swirl, topped with a drizzle of vanilla icing just like the iconic Pop Tart glaze. They’re big on flavor, simple to make, and instantly transport you to breakfast’s best moments—now in dessert form.

Preparing the Brown Sugar Filling

To capture Pop Tart’s signature sweetness, the filling blends brown sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of melted butter, creating a rich, caramelly layer within each cookie. Mixing the filling ingredients until crumbly and fragrant guarantees pockets of cinnamon-brown sugar goodness in every bite. This step is quick and can be made ahead, making assembly a breeze.

Assembling Your Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

After stirring together the cookie dough and preparing the filling, scoop a generous tablespoon of dough, flatten it, and place a small mound of the cinnamon-brown sugar filling in the center. Top with a second piece of dough, pinch the edges, and roll into a ball to seal in the sweet surprise. Once baked, let the cookies cool slightly before drizzling with simple vanilla icing for that signature Pop Tart touch.

Serving Suggestions for a Show Stopping Cookie

These Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies are perfect for sharing at parties, bringing to potlucks, or serving as an indulgent snack with hot coffee or cold milk. To make them truly show-stopping, decorate with an extra swirl of icing and a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar. They’re great fresh from the oven or stored for a grab-and-go treat all week long.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 18 cookies. Each cookie typically contains approximately 160-180 calories, depending on your icing drizzle and filling size. These cookies are a sweet treat, perfect for a well-deserved indulgence.

Deliciously Unique Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies (Recap)

Combining the cinnamon-brown sugar nostalgia of Pop Tarts with the soft, chewy texture of homemade cookies, this recipe is a playful twist on dessert that’s guaranteed to win over fans of all ages.

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy.
4. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until incorporated.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter for the filling until crumbly.
7. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten slightly, and add about 1 teaspoon of the brown sugar filling in the center. Top with a second tablespoon of dough, sealing the filling inside. Roll into a ball and place on the baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are just set. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
9. For the icing, mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk (start with 1 tablespoon and add more as needed until pourable). Drizzle over cooled cookies and sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon, if desired.

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Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes (plus cooling time for icing)