Pop Tart Cookies Recipe

Introduction

Pop Tart Cookies are a fun and nostalgic treat that combine the flaky sweetness of Pop Tarts with the soft, buttery texture of cookies. These easy-to-make cookies have bits of chopped Pop Tarts inside and on top, making each bite a delightful surprise.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup butter (softened)
• 2 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon corn syrup
• 1 egg
• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 8 Pop Tarts (divided)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons water
• Food coloring & sprinkles (if desired)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: In a stand mixer bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: Add the sugar and corn syrup, then mix until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Step 4: Stir in the egg until fully incorporated.
5. Step 5: Add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the bowl and stir until just combined.
6. Step 6: Coarsely chop 6 Pop Tarts and fold them into the cookie batter.
7. Step 7: Scoop spoonfuls of the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use your palm to gently press each cookie to about ½ inch thickness.
8. Step 8: Chop the remaining 2 Pop Tarts and press the pieces into the tops of the cookies.
9. Step 9: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. The cookies will be soft but will firm up as they cool.
10. Step 10: For the icing, mix the powdered sugar and water until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
11. Step 11: Drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies and decorate with sprinkles if you like.

Tips & Variations

• Use your favorite Pop Tart flavor to customize the cookie taste — fruity, chocolatey, or cinnamon work well.
• If you don’t have corn syrup, substitute with honey or maple syrup to add a slightly different sweetness.
• Press extra Pop Tart bits on top just before baking to keep their shape and add a fun crunchy texture.
• For a vegan or dairy-free version, try plant-based butter and cream cheese alternatives.

Storage

Store the Pop Tart Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep them fresh longer, you can refrigerate them for up to a week. Reheat gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if you prefer them warm. Iced cookies are best enjoyed within a day or two to keep the icing looking fresh.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen Pop Tarts for this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen Pop Tarts, but make sure to let them thaw and cool before chopping so they integrate better into the cookie dough.

Do these cookies taste exactly like Pop Tarts?

They have the sweet flavor and texture of Pop Tarts, but combined with a rich cookie base, creating a delicious hybrid that’s soft and slightly chewy rather than flaky like a traditional Pop Tart.

Pop Tart Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these nostalgic Pop Tart Cookies, a fun twist on the classic toaster pastry. Soft, buttery cookie dough studded with chopped Pop Tarts creates a sweet, chewy texture, topped with a drizzle of colorful icing and sprinkles for a festive finish. Perfect for breakfast or a whimsical dessert treat.

• Author: Grace
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 3/4 cup butter (softened)
• 2 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon corn syrup
• 1 egg
• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 8 Pop Tarts, divided (6 chopped into batter, 2 chopped for topping)

Icing (Optional)

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons water
• Food coloring (optional)
• Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
2. Prepare Dough Base: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together softened butter and cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Add Sweeteners: Mix in the sugar and corn syrup, continuing to beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring a tender cookie texture.
4. Incorporate Egg: Stir in the egg thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Add flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring just until fully combined to form the cookie dough.
6. Mix in Pop Tarts: Coarsely chop 6 Pop Tarts and fold them into the dough, distributing the pieces throughout the batter for bursts of flavor.
7. Shape Cookies: Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use your palm to gently press each scoop down to about ½ inch thickness, shaping the cookies evenly.
8. Add Pop Tart Topping: Chop the remaining 2 Pop Tarts and press these pieces into the tops of each cookie to create a decorative and flavorful topping.
9. Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just barely golden brown. The cookies will be soft when removed but will firm up upon cooling.
10. Prepare Icing (Optional): While the cookies bake or cool, mix powdered sugar with water until smooth. Add food coloring if desired to create colorful icing.
11. Decorate Cookies: Drizzle the icing over cooled cookies and sprinkle with sprinkles as desired for a festive touch.

Notes

• Allow cookies to cool completely before applying icing to prevent melting.
• You can use any flavored Pop Tarts of your choice for different variations.
• Pressing the dough to ½ inch thickness helps cookies bake evenly and prevents spreading.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• For a firmer texture, bake an extra 1-2 minutes, but be careful not to overbake.

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