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Pop Tart Cookie Bars

Indulgent Pop Tart Cookie Bars That Will Tempt Your Tastebuds

These Pop Tart Cookie Bars combine sweet nostalgia with irresistible flavor, featuring a rich cookie base, fruity filling, and creamy glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness; substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness; brown sugar offers depth.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients; use fresh for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; substitute with vanilla bean paste for richer taste.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Gives structure; consider gluten-free flour blend as a substitute.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Provides leavening; ensure freshness.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Strawberry Preserves Sweet and fruity; other flavors can be used.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness; sift for a smooth texture.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Whole Milk Non-dairy alternatives work as well.
  • Rainbow Sprinkles For visual appeal.

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • baking pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • refrigerator
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 large eggs one at a time and mix well. Stir in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix in 3 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon of fine sea salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking soda on low speed.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  6. Press half of the chilled dough into the baking pan and freeze for 10 minutes.
  7. Spread 1 cup of strawberry preserves over the dough layer.
  8. Flatten the remaining dough and place it over the preserves, sealing the edges.
  9. Bake for 25 to 28 minutes until golden brown and center is set.
  10. Cool for 15 minutes, then prepare the glaze by mixing 1 cup of powdered sugar with enough milk for a smooth consistency.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the bars and sprinkle with rainbow sprinkles while it's still wet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough prevents spreading. Use high-quality preserves for the best flavor.

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