Description

Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Bars, a homemade treat that captures the classic flavors of your childhood. These irresistible dessert bars are made with a buttery crust and a sweet filling of brown sugar and cinnamon, topped off with a luscious glaze. Perfect for family gatherings, bake sales, or a simple sweet snack, they promise warmth and comfort in every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable, these bars are a fantastic way to satisfy your sweet tooth while bringing smiles to those you share them with.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
pinch of salt
1 egg
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
3 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt
3–4 Tbsp heavy cream or milk

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F and line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
In a stand mixer, cream softened butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add egg, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until combined. Gradually incorporate flour.
Divide dough, pressing half into the pan bottom. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour for filling; blend in melted butter.
Spread filling over dough and top with the reserved dough layer.
Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before glazing.
Whisk together glaze ingredients and drizzle over cooled bars; allow to set before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
Calories: 200
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For a flavor twist, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips to the filling. These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days or frozen for three months.