Description
These Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies are a delightful fusion of flavors, featuring a buttery cookie encasing sweet strawberry jam. Simple to prepare and perfect for any occasion, they satisfy your sweet cravings effortlessly!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter, salted
- ¾ cup white granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2½–3 cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup strawberry jam
- 4 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- 4 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons whole milk or heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoon multicolored or red sprinkles
Instructions
- In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or a large bowl with an electric hand mixer, beat the salted butter, white sugar, and brown sugar on high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape the sides of the bowl occasionally.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix on medium speed until well combined.
- Incorporate the salt and baking soda, mixing just until combined.
- Gradually add the flour one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until fully combined, about 1 minute.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Scoop out 12 balls of dough using a ¼ cup measuring scoop. Press a deep hole into each ball, add 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam into the hole, seal the edges, and gently roll to smooth any cracks.
- Repeat this process until all balls are filled, sealed, and rolled into nice shapes.
- Place 6 cookie dough balls on one prepared baking sheet and 6 on another.
- Bake one sheet at a time for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies begin to crack. Allow them to cool completely before icing.
Notes
Ensure that your butter is room temperature for easy mixing.
If you prefer a more intense strawberry flavor, consider adding additional strawberry jam while filling the dough balls.
The cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg