Description
These Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies combine the nostalgic flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon with a soft, chewy cookie base and a sweet glaze. They’re quick, easy, and perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups (270g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (110g) packed light brown sugar (for filling)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted (for filling)
- Pinch of salt (for filling)
- 3/4 cup (90g) powdered sugar, sifted (for glaze)
- 2–3 teaspoons milk (dairy or plant-based, for glaze)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
- Optional: extra cinnamon for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set out butter to soften if needed.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and a pinch of salt for the filling. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a mixer bowl, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add flour mixture to wet ingredients, mixing on low until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the brown sugar-cinnamon filling with a spatula, creating ribbons of filling throughout the dough.
- Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls and place on prepared baking sheets, 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly and make a small indentation on top if desired.
- Bake one sheet at a time for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers look just set. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- While cookies cool, whisk together powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons milk (add more if needed), and vanilla extract for the glaze. The glaze should be thick but pourable.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and dust with extra cinnamon if desired. Let glaze set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
For gluten-free cookies, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and plant-based milk. Don’t overmix the dough after adding flour, and swirl the filling for gooey ribbons. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Let cookies cool before glazing for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 14
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Protein: 2
Keywords: brown sugar, pop tart cookies, cinnamon, homemade dessert, easy cookies, nostalgic cookies, glaze, kid-friendly, party cookies, chewy cookies