Luscious Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies
Indulge in the delightful experience of Luscious Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies, a unique fusion of creamy crème brûlée and zesty lemon curd. These cookies feature a tangy lemon filling encased in a buttery dough, topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust that adds a satisfying crunch. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or an afternoon treat at home, these luscious cookies are sure to impress your guests with their beautiful presentation and gourmet flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup lemon curd
- ¼ cup turbinado sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually combine this dry mixture with the wet ingredients until fully blended.
- Shape portions of dough into disks, placing about ½ teaspoon of lemon curd in the center of each before sealing them.
- Place on lined baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
- After cooling slightly, sprinkle with turbinado sugar and caramelize using a kitchen torch until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg