Description

Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful twist on classic cookies, combining the nostalgic flavor of strawberry Pop-Tarts with a soft cookie base, a sweet jam center, and optional white chocolate chips. These cookies are perfect for fun desserts or snack time, offering a unique jam-filled treat that’s both colorful and irresistibly tasty.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped strawberry Pop-Tarts (about 2 pastries)
1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)

Filling

1/2 cup strawberry jam

Glaze and Decoration (Optional)

1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk
Sprinkles for decoration

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy to create a smooth base for the dough.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated before adding the next, then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
Fold in Pop-Tarts and Chips: Gently fold in the finely chopped strawberry Pop-Tarts and white chocolate chips if using, integrating them evenly without breaking them down.
Form Cookies and Add Jam: Scoop 2-tablespoon portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Use the back of a spoon to create a small indentation in the center of each cookie and fill with a small dollop of strawberry jam.
Bake: Bake the cookies for 10–12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden, indicating doneness.
Cool and Decorate: Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. If desired, mix powdered sugar with milk to create a glaze, drizzle over the cooled cookies, and sprinkle with sprinkles for a festive touch.

Notes

For a fun variation, try using different Pop-Tart flavors such as blueberry or s’mores to switch up the flavor profile.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 160
Sugar: 14 g
Sodium: 95 mg
Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 20 mg