Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies (Printable)
Buttery sugar cookies stuffed with strawberry jam, glazed and topped with sprinkles for a nostalgic sweet treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
01 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Filling
09 - 1/2 cup strawberry jam
→ Glaze and Decoration
10 - 1 cup powdered sugar
11 - 2 tablespoons milk
12 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - Red or pink food coloring (optional)
14 - Rainbow sprinkles for decorating
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until fully combined and smooth.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place 1/2 teaspoon of strawberry jam in the center and top with another tablespoon of dough. Pinch the edges together to seal completely, then gently roll into a smooth ball. Repeat with all remaining dough and jam.
07 - Place the filled cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
08 - Bake for 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a drop of food coloring if desired, until smooth and slightly thick. Spread the glaze over each cooled cookie and top with rainbow sprinkles. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- These cookies capture everything you loved about childhood toaster pastries but with a homemade buttery richness that store bought never had.
- The jammy center surprise makes every single bite feel like a tiny gift you almost forgot was waiting for you.
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- Seal those edges like your reputation depends on it because jam will find any weak spot and escape during baking.
- Let the cookies cool completely before glazing or the warmth will melt everything into a sticky puddle.
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- Wet your fingertips slightly when sealing the dough edges because moisture helps create a tighter bond that jam cannot break through.
- Apply the glaze with the back of a spoon in a gentle sweeping motion for that signature frosted Pop Tart look.