Description
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies, where zesty lemon curd meets the creamy richness of crème brûlée. These cookies feature a delightful chewy interior and a perfectly caramelized top, making them a showstopper for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or treating yourself, these cookies promise to elevate your dessert experience with their vibrant flavors and stunning appearance.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the lemon curd until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart as they will spread while baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow to cool slightly before sprinkling with sugar for caramelizing.
- Use a kitchen torch or broiler to caramelize the sugar on top until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg