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Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies

Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies
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Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies combine the nostalgic flavors of classic pop tarts with the comforting texture of homemade cookies. Featuring crispy, buttery layers filled with sweet strawberry preserves and topped with a simple powdered sugar glaze, these cookies are easy to make, customizable, and perfect for any time of day.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Filling and Glaze

  • Strawberry preserves (about 1 teaspoon per cookie)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp milk or cream (to thin glaze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft, pliable dough forms.
  2. Roll and Cut the Cookies: Lightly dust your work surface with flour and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Using a large rectangular cookie cutter or a knife, cut out pairs of matching rectangles that will be used to sandwich the filling.
  3. Add the Strawberry Filling: Place half of the cookie rectangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spoon approximately one teaspoon of strawberry preserves onto each rectangle, spreading slightly but keeping away from the edges. Top with the matching rectangle and press edges together firmly using a fork to seal the filling inside.
  4. Bake Until Golden: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are a golden brown color. Remove from the oven and transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely and allow them to firm up.
  5. Glaze and Decorate: Whisk the powdered sugar with milk or cream a little at a time until a smooth drizzle consistency is reached. Generously drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies. For extra flair, sprinkle colorful sprinkles or crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top before the glaze sets.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to make rolling easier and improve texture.
  • Use only about a teaspoon of preserves per cookie to prevent leakage during baking.
  • Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal the filling inside for best results.
  • Add milk gradually to the powdered sugar glaze to achieve the perfect drizzling consistency.
  • Use high-quality, chunky strawberry preserves for the best flavor and texture.

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