Frequently Asked QuestionsDo Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies taste like real Pop Tarts?

Yes! These cookies capture the essence of a classic brown sugar cinnamon Pop Tart—sweet, spiced, and buttery. The combination of cinnamon, brown sugar, and even crushed Pop Tart pieces brings that nostalgic flavor to life in cookie form.

Can I use actual Pop Tarts in cookie dough?

Absolutely. Chop up brown sugar Pop Tarts and gently fold them into the dough. It adds texture and an extra boost of flavor. Make sure the pieces aren’t too large or they may melt unevenly during baking.

How do I keep Pop Tart cookies from getting dry?

Use plenty of brown sugar to lock in moisture and slightly underbake the cookies. You can also store them with a slice of bread or marshmallow in the container to keep them soft for days.

Can you freeze Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies?

Yes, you can freeze the dough or fully baked cookies for up to three months. For best results, freeze unbaked dough balls on a tray, then transfer to a bag. Bake from frozen with 2–3 extra minutes.

Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookies – Amazing Recipe with 5-Star Flavor

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp ground cinnamon
3 brown sugar cinnamon Pop Tarts, chopped

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
Fold in the chopped brown sugar cinnamon Pop Tarts until evenly distributed.
Scoop cookie dough balls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers are just set.
Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Optional: Drizzle with cinnamon glaze (powdered sugar + cinnamon + milk).

Notes

For cinnamon sugar pop tart cookies, roll dough balls in a cinnamon-sugar mix before baking.
Cookies can be frozen raw or baked—just add 2–3 minutes if baking from frozen.
Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep soft.
Glaze adds a perfect bakery-style finish to this brown sugar pop tart cookies recipe.

Author: Paula
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian