Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies
These delightful Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies combine rich brown sugar flavor with sweet fruit preserves, offering a soft, chewy treat perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for better mixing.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed Provides the rich flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar For sweetness.
- 2 large eggs Bind the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Main structure for the cookies.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder For leavening.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Filling and Topping
- 1/2 cup fruit preserves (your choice) Add your favorite flavor for filling.
- to taste Powdered sugar for dusting For a sweet finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture, blending until just combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into rectangles.
- On half of the rectangles, place a small spoonful of fruit preserves.
- Top with another rectangle and seal the edges by pressing down with a fork.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Let cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store cookies at room temperature in an airtight container for 3-5 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for 2-3 months. Chill the dough if it's too soft.