Description
Lemon Curd Brûlée Cookies combine buttery, chewy cookies with zesty lemon curd and a caramelized sugar topping, creating an unforgettable treat. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from casual snacking to elegant gatherings. With their bright flavor and inviting texture, they promise to delight your taste buds and bring a touch of sunshine to your dessert table. Easy to make, even for novice bakers, these cookies are sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- Coarse sugar for brûlée topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest; gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft; cool slightly.
- Make an indentation in each cookie and fill with lemon curd; sprinkle coarse sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg