Description
Indulge in the enchanting experience of Lemon Curd Brûlée Cookies. These delightful treats feature a crispy caramelized sugar crust that gives way to a creamy, zesty lemon curd filling. Perfect for any occasion, from afternoon teas to cozy movie nights, these cookies are sure to impress your guests and elevate your dessert game. Each bite offers a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors that evoke sunshine and joy.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup lemon curd (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp baking sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt just until combined—avoid overmixing.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them out adequately.
- Create an indentation in each cookie ball and fill generously with lemon curd.
- Sprinkle baking sugar over each cookie before baking for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cooling slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg