Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Icing
- 1/4 cup milk (for dough)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (for icing consistency)
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes, ensuring a smooth base for the cookie dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the dough with its signature aroma.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to keep the dough tender and avoid overworking it.
- Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon thoroughly, setting aside for assembling the cookie filling.
- Divide and Roll Dough: Split the dough into two equal parts. On a floured surface, roll out one portion to approximately 1/4 inch thick, preparing it for cutting.
- Cut Dough into Rectangles: Cut rolled dough into rectangles measuring approximately 3×4 inches. Repeat the rolling and cutting with the second dough portion.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Assemble Cookies: Spoon one tablespoon of the cinnamon sugar filling onto the center of a dough rectangle. Place another rectangle over it and seal the edges firmly to enclose the filling, creating a pop tart-style cookie. Repeat until all cookies are assembled.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn a light golden brown, deeply infusing them with a warm, baked aroma.
- Cool Cookies: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set properly and maintain shape.
- Prepare Icing: Mix powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth and pourable, achieving the ideal glaze consistency for drizzling.
- Decorate: Drizzle the icing over cooled cookies and add sprinkles if desired to add a festive touch and extra sweetness.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- For longer storage, freeze cookies by layering parchment paper between them to prevent sticking, ensuring they keep their flavor and texture.
- Ensure dough is not overmixed when adding dry ingredients to keep cookies soft and tender.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before icing to prevent the glaze from melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
