Description

Indulge in the nostalgia of childhood with these Luscious Cherry Pop-Tart gourmet cookies. Bursting with vibrant cherry filling and encased in a buttery cookie, each bite delivers a delightful explosion of flavor. Whether enjoyed warm or cold, these easy-to-make treats are perfect for any occasion and will have your guests begging for the recipe.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup cherry jam or preserves
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt until combined into a smooth dough.
Chill dough in plastic wrap for about 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
Scoop out two tablespoons of dough for each cookie, flatten slightly, and place on baking sheets. Add one teaspoon of cherry jam on half of the cookies.
Cover with another piece of flattened dough and press edges to seal.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown. Let cool before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: - For added flavor variations, substitute cherry jam with blueberry or raspberry preserves. - Consider drizzling with icing or topping with crushed nuts for an extra crunch. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.