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Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies

Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies: Nostalgic Treats for Everyone

Indulge in Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies that evoke childhood nostalgia with chewy textures and jam-filled centers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup salted butter Unsalted butter can be used; just add a pinch of salt.
  • ½ cup white granulated sugar No needed substitutions.
  • ½ cup light brown sugar Could replace with additional granulated sugar.
  • 1 large egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla extract for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon salt No needed substitutions.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda No substitutions; baking powder could be used in a pinch but adjust measurement.
  • 2¾ cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour may be used; adjust as necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon strawberry jam Other fruit jams or preserves can be used.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Mascarpone cheese can be used as a milder alternative.
  • ½ cup salted butter Use unsalted butter with a pinch of salt.
  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar No needed substitutions.
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk or heavy whipping cream Any non-dairy milk can be used.
For the Decoration
  • as needed multicolored or red sprinkles Optional; can omit or use any desired sprinkles.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of salted butter, ½ cup white granulated sugar, and ½ cup light brown sugar on high until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies from sticking. Mix the dough again gently.
  3. Scoop about ¼ cup of dough and roll it into a ball. Use your thumb to create a small hole in the center of the dough ball, then fill it with approximately 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam. Gently fold the edges over to seal the jam.
  4. Slide the baking sheets into your preheated oven and bake the Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and cracks form on the tops. Allow cooling for about 5 minutes.
  5. Beat together 8 ounces of cream cheese and ½ cup of salted butter until creamy. Gradually add in 3-4 cups of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk, mixing until you reach desired consistency.
  6. Once the cookies have cooled completely, frost the tops of each cookie and sprinkle colorful sprinkles on top for a festive touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dough should be slightly sticky; add milk if dry. Keep an eye on cookies while baking for perfect texture.

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