Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

If you’re a fan of classic Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tarts, you’re going to love these Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies! These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with cinnamon-sugar goodness, plus they have actual Pop-Tart pieces mixed in for the ultimate nostalgic treat. With a sweet cinnamon glaze drizzled on top, every bite is filled with warm, buttery flavors.

These cookies are perfect for dessert, snacking, or even breakfast (we won’t judge!). Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just craving something fun and indulgent, these Pop Tart-inspired cookies are guaranteed to be a hit!

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large mixing bowl
• Hand mixer or stand mixer
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wire rack for cooling

Ingredients Overview

• Brown Sugar & Cinnamon: The key flavors of this cookie, bringing warmth and sweetness.
• Crushed Pop-Tarts: Adds texture and an extra punch of flavor.
• Butter & Sugar: Creates a soft, chewy texture with the perfect balance of sweetness.
• Cinnamon Glaze: A simple drizzle that enhances the Pop-Tart vibes.

Ingredients

For the Cookies

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tarts, chopped into small pieces

For the Cinnamon Glaze

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
2. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
3. Gently fold in the chopped Pop-Tart pieces.

Step 3: Bake the Cookies

1. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
3. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 4: Make the Glaze & Drizzle

1. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cinnamon, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies and let set before serving.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

12 minutes

Total Time

27 minutes

Nutrition (per cookie, ~12 cookies)

• Calories: ~180
• Fat: ~8g
• Carbohydrates: ~25g
• Protein: ~2g

Expert Tips

• For Extra Flavor: Add 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg to the dough.
• Make Them Extra Soft: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
• Don’t Overmix: This keeps the cookies tender and chewy.

FAQs

Can I use different flavors of Pop-Tarts?
Yes! Try Frosted Strawberry, Blueberry, or Cookies & Cream for a fun twist.

How do I store these cookies?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Can I freeze the dough?
Yes! Freeze dough balls for up to 2 months, then bake straight from the freezer (add 1-2 extra minutes).

Storing & Freezing

• Storing: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezing: Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months and thaw at room temperature.

Substitutions & Variations

• Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend.
• More Crunch: Add chopped pecans or walnuts.
• Chocolate Version: Swap cinnamon for cocoa powder in the glaze.

Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies

If you're a fan of **classic Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tarts**, you're going to love these **Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies**!

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Equipment

• - Large mixing bowl
• - Hand mixer or stand mixer
• - Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Measuring cups and spoons
• - Wire rack for cooling

Ingredients

  

• #### **For the Cookies**
• - 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• - 3/4 cup brown sugar
• - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• - 1 large egg
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• - 1/2 teaspoon salt
• - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• - 2 Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tarts chopped into small pieces
• #### **For the Cinnamon Glaze**
• - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• - 1 tablespoon milk
• - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

 

• #### **Step 1: Prepare the Dough**
• Preheat oven to **350°F (175°C)** and line a **baking sheet with parchment paper**.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together **butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar** until light and fluffy.
• Add **egg and vanilla extract**, mixing until well combined.
• #### **Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients**
• In a separate bowl, whisk together **flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon**.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Gently fold in the **chopped Pop-Tart pieces**.
• #### **Step 3: Bake the Cookies**
• Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, spacing cookies about **2 inches apart**.
• Bake for **10-12 minutes**, until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
• Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for **5 minutes**, then transfer to a wire rack.
• #### **Step 4: Make the Glaze & Drizzle**
• In a small bowl, whisk together **powdered sugar, cinnamon, milk, and vanilla extract** until smooth.
• Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies and let set before serving.