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Strawberry Pop Tart Sugar Cookies

Delightful soft sugar cookies filled with strawberry jam and topped with a sweet glaze and sprinkles. A nostalgic twist on childhood pop tarts!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Creates a fluffy texture, blending beautifully with sugar.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness to each bite.
  • 1 large egg Helps bind the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Elevates the flavor.
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Main base for the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup strawberry jam The star filling of the cookies.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For the smooth glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons milk To loosen the glaze.
  • as needed none sprinkles For topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and flatten slightly.
  7. Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie and fill it with a teaspoon of strawberry jam.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Glazing
  1. Mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth to make the glaze.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and top with colorful sprinkles.
Serving
  1. Enjoy your Strawberry Pop Tart Sugar Cookies with a warm cup of tea or coffee.

Notes

Chill the dough if too sticky. Try using different fruit jams or adding chocolate chips for variety.