Dessert

Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies Recipe

ByLily Monroe January 26, 2026January 26, 2026

Introduction

These Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies are a fun and nostalgic treat that combines the flaky sweetness of Pop Tarts with the soft texture of cookies. Bursting with bits of strawberry filling and colorful sprinkles, they’re perfect for a playful dessert or snack.

A stack of four soft cookies with a light golden brown color sits on a white marbled surface. Each cookie is thick and chunky with visible colorful sprinkles mixed throughout the dough, adding small splashes of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. The top cookie has large pieces of white and red candy embedded in it, creating a contrast against the soft, crumbly texture. The cookies appear chewy with slightly uneven edges and a moist look that suggests freshness. The background is softly blurred, focusing all attention on the stack of cookies in natural light. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1½ cups (285g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
3 cups (420g) all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
¼ teaspoon salt
4 Frosted Strawberry Pop Tarts, chopped
¼ cup sprinkles
2 cups powdered sugar
5-7 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large cookie sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. To soften butter quickly, microwave it for 10-15 seconds, or let it reach room temperature naturally.
Step 2: Chop the Frosted Strawberry Pop Tarts into small pieces and set aside.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the butter and granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is well creamed and fluffy.
Step 4: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until the eggs are fully incorporated.
Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, beating on medium-low speed until most of the flour is combined.
Step 6: Fold in the chopped Pop Tarts and sprinkles. Increase the mixer speed and beat until the dough comes together.
Step 7: Use a large cookie scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. If desired, press small Pop Tart pieces on top of the dough balls for extra decoration.
Step 8: Bake for 10-12 minutes at 350°F until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges. Let them cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

For an extra creamy glaze, mix powdered sugar with heavy cream until smooth and drizzle over cooled cookies.
Try using different pop tart flavors for a unique twist on this recipe.
Make sure not to overmix your dough once the flour is added to keep the cookies tender.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. If you prefer, refrigerate for up to a week. For best texture, reheat briefly in a warm oven or microwave before serving.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of several round, soft cookies with colorful sprinkles inside and on top. Each cookie has a light brown base with small bright dots of red, blue, yellow, and green sprinkles scattered throughout. On the top layer of the main cookie in the center, there are small pieces of broken white chocolate, adding a rough texture. The cookies are piled together, filling the frame, with a soft and slightly crumbly surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other Pop Tart flavors for this recipe?

Yes, feel free to substitute with your favorite Pop Tart flavors like blueberry or brown sugar cinnamon to create different variations.

Do I need to frost or glaze these cookies?

Frosting or glaze is optional. The cookies are delicious on their own, but a quick glaze made from powdered sugar and heavy cream adds a lovely touch and extra sweetness.