Description
Indulge in a whimsical treat that combines the beloved flavors of Pop Tarts with a soft, chewy sugar cookie base—Pop Tart Cookies! Perfect for any occasion, these delightful cookies are fun to make and even more enjoyable to eat. With vibrant colors and sweet notes, they will surely bring back cherished childhood memories while satisfying your sweet tooth. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to customize with your favorite Pop Tart flavors, making it a versatile dessert that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup softened butter
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup
- 1 egg
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 Pop Tarts (divided)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a stand mixer, blend the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and corn syrup, mixing until light and fluffy. Stir in the egg until fully combined.
- Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt to the mixture; stir until just combined.
- Coarsely chop 6 Pop Tarts and fold them into the cookie batter.
- Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten each scoop to about half an inch thick.
- Chop the remaining 2 Pop Tarts and press them onto the tops of each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are barely golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try incorporating chocolate chips or nuts into the batter. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for improved texture. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.