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Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Cookies on a rustic wooden table.

Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Cookies

Delightful homemade cookies capturing the nostalgic flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon, topped with creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed Can substitute with dark brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Reduce slightly if you prefer less sweet.
  • 2 large eggs Use flaxseed meal mixed with water as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Can try almond extract for a different twist.
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free blend can be used for dietary needs.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cookies rise; don't skip this for a light texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Works with baking powder for the perfect lift.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Feel free to increase if you love cinnamon.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Can add cocoa powder for a chocolate frosting variant.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Use almond or oat milk for a non-dairy option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract You can experiment with almond extract.
Optional Decor
  • as desired Sprinkles Add a touch of color and fun.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mix to the wet ingredients, blending until just combined.
Baking
  1. Roll the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, flattening each ball slightly.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are softly chewy.
  3. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  2. Drizzle or spread the frosting over the cooled cookies, adding sprinkles if desired.

Notes

Chill the dough for about 30 minutes for a thicker, chewier cookie. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.