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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Cookies


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies blending the flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon with a sweet frosting drizzle, perfect for nostalgic baking moments.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 12 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
  • Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into small balls and flatten slightly before placing on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool completely.
  9. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with milk to create a frosting consistency.
  10. Frost the cookies and add sprinkles if desired.

Notes

Use room-temperature butter for best results and chill the dough if cookies spread too much.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: cookies, baking, dessert, sweet treats, cinnamon