Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Strawberry Pop Tart Sugar Cookies! These soft, buttery cookies encapsulate the nostalgic flavors of classic Pop Tarts, transformed into a hand-held treat perfect for any occasion. Filled with luscious strawberry jam and topped with colorful sprinkles, they are not only a joy to eat but also incredibly fun to make, especially with kids. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a holiday gathering, or simply enjoying a cozy afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings and evoke fond memories. Easy to customize and share, these treats are a delightful addition to any dessert table!
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- ¾ cup strawberry jam
- Sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter with granulated and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using), mixing well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop dough into balls, flatten them into discs with a well in the center, and fill half with strawberry jam.
- Top each filled disc with another dough disc and crimp edges to seal.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading when baking. You can experiment with different fruit jams or add chocolate chips for variations.