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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Bars

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Bars
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Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Bars! These delightful dessert bars combine a buttery, crumbly dough with a sweet cinnamon filling, topped with a luscious glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, they are not only quick to prepare but also a treat that everyone will love. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up this comforting dessert that brings smiles all around.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 egg
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
  • 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon (for glaze)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • Pinch of salt (for glaze)
  • 3–4 Tbsp heavy cream or milk (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixer, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until smooth; mix in the egg, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
  3. Divide the dough in half; press one half into the bottom of the prepared pan and shape the other half into an 8×8 inch square.
  4. For the filling, mix brown sugar, ground cinnamon, flour, and melted butter; spread this over the dough in the pan.
  5. Place the reserved dough square over the filling and bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Allow to cool completely before glazing with a mixture of confectioners' sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, and cream.

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