Description
Lemon curd creme brulee cookies blend French pastry elegance with zesty citrus charm. Silky smooth filling and caramelized sugar topping create a sophisticated dessert you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Cookie Flavoring and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
Filling and Topping:
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace by preheating the oven to 350F (175C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal cookie performance.
- Create a smooth butter mixture by vigorously creaming softened butter with sugar until light and airy, then incorporate egg, fresh lemon zest, tangy lemon juice, and aromatic vanilla extract.
- Develop the cookie base by whisking flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a consistent dough forms.
- Shape the cookies by portioning tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the prepared sheet, delicately flattening each and creating a small well in the center for lemon curd.
- Carefully fill each cookie’s indentation with a precise measure of lemon curd, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, watching for golden-brown edges that indicate perfect doneness.
- Complete the brulee effect by generously sprinkling granulated sugar across the cookie surface, then using a kitchen torch or broiler to caramelize the sugar until it transforms into a crisp, glassy topping.
Notes
- Select high-quality lemons for the zest and juice to enhance the citrusy flavor and ensure maximum freshness.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before shaping to prevent spreading and maintain cookie structure during baking.
- Use a small spoon or the back of a measuring spoon to create clean, even indentations in the cookie dough for consistent lemon curd placement.
- Torch the sugar carefully and quickly to create a crisp caramel layer without burning, keeping the torch moving to achieve an even golden color.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 155 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg