Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Cookies, a gourmet twist on the beloved breakfast treat. These cookies are soft, buttery, and bursting with the warm flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon, perfectly complemented by a sweet frosting. Ideal for any occasion, they not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also look stunning on any dessert table. Whether served at a cozy family gathering or as party favors, these cookies will surely impress everyone with their unique flavor and beautiful presentation. Customizable with various toppings, they’re a fun baking project that anyone can tackle!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened (226g))
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- ½ cup light brown sugar (firmly packed (100g))
- 2 large eggs (room temperature preferred)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups cake flour (450g)
- 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- For the Filling: 5 Tablespoons unsalted butter (softened (70g))
- ¾ cup light brown sugar (firmly packed (150g))
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour (24g)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon table salt
- For the Icing: 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 3 Tablespoons dark brown sugar (firmly packed (may substitute light brown sugar) (38g))
- 1–2 Tablespoons milk
- 1 ½ Tablespoons light corn syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Mix in eggs and vanilla until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Chill the dough for 30-60 minutes. Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter with brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- Form dough into nests, fill with the mixture, seal with remaining dough, then freeze for 15-30 minutes.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 14 minutes until golden. Cool completely before icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Ensure accurate measurements for the best results. Customize by adding chocolate chips or different sprinkles. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.