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Strawberry Pop Tart Sugar Cookies

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These Strawberry Pop Tart Sugar Cookies combine the nostalgia of a classic pop tart with the soft, buttery texture of a homemade sugar cookie. Filled with strawberry jam and topped with a sweet pink glaze and sprinkles, they’re a fun and crowd-pleasing treat perfect for bake sales or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (160g) strawberry jam or preserves (seedless preferred)
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons strawberry juice or milk
  • 1–2 drops red or pink food coloring (optional)
  • Rainbow or pastel sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until creamy and thick.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing on low until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  5. Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Flatten slightly and make a shallow well in the center of each.
  6. Place 1/2 teaspoon of strawberry jam in each well. Pinch the dough around the jam to seal, roll into a ball again, and flatten lightly to about 1/2-inch thick.
  7. Arrange cookies 2 inches apart on prepared sheets. Bake for 11–13 minutes, until edges are set and just barely golden.
  8. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with 2–3 tablespoons strawberry juice or milk. Add food coloring if desired. The glaze should be thick but pourable.
  10. Spoon or drizzle about 1 teaspoon of glaze over each cooled cookie. Immediately add sprinkles. Let cookies sit for at least 20 minutes for the glaze to set.

Notes

For gluten-free cookies, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based butter and non-dairy milk in the glaze. If dough is sticky, dust hands with flour or chill for 10–15 minutes. Use about 1/2 teaspoon jam per cookie to prevent leaks. Add sprinkles immediately after glazing for best results.

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