Description
These Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies combine the classic flavors of strawberry pop tarts with the buttery, tender texture of cookies. With a flaky pastry-like dough filled with sweet strawberry jam and a smooth powdered sugar frosting on top, they’re a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling
- ½ cup strawberry jam
For the Frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt together until evenly combined. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color, indicating well-incorporated air.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar until fully combined, ensuring a smooth batter.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness. Cut into rectangles or your desired shapes. Arrange half of the dough shapes on the prepared baking sheets and spoon a small dollop of strawberry jam onto the center of each.
- Assemble Cookies: Top each filled dough piece with a corresponding dough shape. Press the edges firmly to seal and crimp with a fork for decoration and extra sealing.
- Bake: Place the assembled cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Remove and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk until a thick but spreadable frosting forms.
- Frost and Decorate: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cookies. If desired, sprinkle with decorative sprinkles to add a festive touch.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted to achieve the best dough texture.
- For cleaner sealing, chill the dough shapes slightly before assembling.
- You can substitute strawberry jam with any other fruit jam of your choice.
- For a thicker frosting, use less milk; for a thinner glaze, add a bit more milk.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
