Salted Caramel Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookie Bars
Indulge in the delightful experience of Salted Caramel Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookie Bars, where a crispy top layer meets a gooey caramel center, all topped with a heavenly cinnamon glaze. Perfect for any occasion—from cozy family nights to festive gatherings—these cookie bars are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. With their quick preparation time, you can whip them up in just 20 minutes, making them an excellent choice for last-minute cravings or planned get-togethers. Enjoy the joy of baking and the smiles that come with every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups packed light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce
- Sea salt flakes for topping
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp whole milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients until combined.
- Spread half of the dough into the baking dish, pour caramel sauce on top, then drop spoonfuls of remaining dough over it.
- Bake for about 35 minutes or until lightly golden on top.
- While cooling, whisk powdered sugar, milk, ground cinnamon, and vanilla for glaze; drizzle over cooled bars and sprinkle with sea salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg