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Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies

Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies
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Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies are a nostalgic and delicious treat that captures the beloved flavor of classic strawberry Pop Tarts in cookie form. Featuring a flaky, buttery crust with a sweet strawberry jam filling and finished with a smooth glaze, these cookies are perfect as a snack or dessert and suitable for bakers of all skill levels.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk or cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

  • 3/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves

Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Mix all-purpose flour, sugar, and cold unsalted butter together, cutting the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract, kneading lightly until the dough just comes together. Wrap in plastic and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Roll and cut the dough: Roll chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness. Using a rectangular cutter, cut out cookie shapes double the size of your filling. Make half the pieces slightly smaller for the tops.
  3. Add the strawberry filling: Place a spoonful of strawberry jam in the center of each larger dough rectangle, being careful not to overfill.
  4. Seal the cookies: Brush edges of the larger pieces with egg wash, cover each with a smaller dough piece, press firmly, and crimp edges with a fork for a secure seal and decorative finish.
  5. Bake to perfection: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake cookies on a lined baking sheet for 15-18 minutes until golden and slightly puffed.
  6. Add the glaze: While cookies cool, whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle icing over the cooled cookies for a glossy sweet finish.

Notes

  • Keep your butter cold to achieve that flaky, layered texture.
  • Do not overfill with jam to prevent leakage and soggy bottoms.
  • Chill the dough thoroughly to avoid shrinking during baking.
  • Use room temperature eggs for egg wash to promote an even golden finish.
  • Let cookies cool completely before glazing to ensure the icing sets properly.

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