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Best Pop Tart Cookies

These soft, buttery cookies filled with fruit jam bring a twist to a classic favorite, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for the best texture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar This helps give the cookies a perfect sweetness.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed Brown sugar adds moisture and flavor.
  • 2 large eggs They bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a delightful aroma and taste.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour The base for our cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps them rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances all the flavors.
For the Filling and Icing
  • 1/2 cup fruit jam Choose your favorite flavor for filling.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For icing.
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk To reach the desired icing consistency.
  • to taste Sprinkles Optional, for that festive touch!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add this mixture to the creamed mixture.
  5. Roll out the dough and cut it into rectangles.
  6. Place a small spoonful of fruit jam on half of the rectangles and top with another rectangle. Seal the edges.
  7. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden.
  8. Let cool, then mix powdered sugar with milk to make the icing. Drizzle over the cookies and add sprinkles if desired.

Notes

For best results, ensure the butter is properly softened. Chill the dough for 30 minutes for extra flaky cookies. Experiment with different jam flavors, and if cookies puff up, gently press them down immediately after baking.