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Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies

Delicious cookies that capture the essence of strawberry pop tarts.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls Several sizes for different ingredients
  • Baking Sheet Parchment paper recommended
  • Cookie scoop For even-sized cookies

Ingredients
  

Fresh Ingredients

  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Strawberry preserves

Dry Ingredients & Spices

  • 3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp Almond extract
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • 3 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher salt

Dairy & Sweeteners

  • 1 cup Butter, salted Softened
  • 3 tbsp Milk or heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp Whole milk
  • 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1 Sanding sugar or sprinkles
  • 2.5 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter (ing_9) and granulated sugar (ing_7) until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs (ing_1) one at a time, then stir in the vanilla (ing_14).
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour (ing_3), baking powder (ing_5), cornstarch (ing_6), and salt (ing_8).
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the strawberry preserves (ing_2).
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  • While cookies are still warm, whisk together the powdered sugar (ing_12) and a little milk (ing_10 or ing_11) to make a glaze. Drizzle over the cookies.
  • Immediately sprinkle with sanding sugar or sprinkles (ing_13) before the glaze sets.

Notes

For best results, use softened butter. Adjust baking time depending on your oven.