Description
These Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies are soft and buttery sugar cookies that are loaded with chopped Strawberry Pop Tarts and colorful sprinkles.
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1½ cups (285g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups (420g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 Frosted Strawberry Pop Tarts
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
For the Glaze (Optional):
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 5–7 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- Sprinkles for garnish.
Instructions
For the Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a large cookie sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. To soften the butter quickly, microwave for 10-15 seconds, otherwise let it come to room temperature.
- Chop the Pop-Tarts into small pieces.
- Combine the butter with the sugar and beat on medium speed until well creamed together.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix into the butter and sugar until the eggs are well beaten.
- In a separate bowl, combine the remaining dry ingredients. Slowly add into the batter and beat on medium-low speed until most of the flour is incorporated, then add the Pop-Tarts and sprinkles and mix to combine. Increase the speed on the mixer and beat until the dough comes together.
- Use a large cookie scoop to portion the dough. Place on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. You can cut up leftover Pop Tart pieces to place on top of the dough balls if you want.
- Bake at 350° F 10-12 minutes. Allow cookie to cool on the baking sheet for several minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
Notes
- Storing baked cookies: Baked cookies will last in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Preparing the dough: To prepare the dough ahead of time, pre-scoop and store in an airtight container. Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to bake, thaw the dough in the fridge if frozen, bring to room temperature then bake as directed.
- Optional glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 5–7 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- Combined powdered sugar with heavy cream until desired consistency is reached.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cookie
- Calories: 259
- Sugar: 19.8 g
- Sodium: 106.4 mg
- Fat: 11.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 38.5 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Protein: 3.2 g
- Cholesterol: 43 mg