🍓 Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies 🍪✨

A fun, nostalgic treat with strawberry jam centers and a sweet vanilla icing—simple to make and perfect for sharing!

Ingredients

For the cookies

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt

For the filling

• ½ cup strawberry jam or preserves

For the icing

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract
• Sprinkles (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1️⃣ Make the dough

1. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
3. Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until a dough forms.

2️⃣ Shape the cookies

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll the dough into 1½-inch balls. Flatten each ball slightly, creating an indentation in the center for the filling.

3️⃣ Add the filling

1. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam into the center of each cookie.

4️⃣ Bake

1. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.

5️⃣ Decorate with icing

1. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create the icing.
2. Drizzle over the cooled cookies and top with sprinkles if desired.

6️⃣ Serve and enjoy

1. Best enjoyed fresh. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Bake Time: 12–15 minutes
• Total Time: ~27–30 minutes

🌟 Nostalgic flavor, simple steps, and a sweet finish—perfect for parties or tea time!