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Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies

Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies

Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies combine zesty lemon curd and creamy crème brûlée flavors in a cookie with crispy edges and a soft center. These elegant, easy-to-make cookies offer a bright citrus twist and a luscious caramelized sugar topping, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (a pinch)

Filling and Topping

  • ½ cup lemon curd
  • Granulated sugar for caramelizing topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Gently beat in the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
  2. Shape the Cookies: Once chilled, roll the dough into small balls about one inch in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing space to spread slightly during baking. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to create a small indentation in the center of each dough ball, to hold the lemon curd later.
  3. Fill with Lemon Curd: Spoon a generous dollop of lemon curd into each indentation, being careful not to overfill to avoid leakage during baking.
  4. Bake the Cookies: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Monitor closely to ensure the centers stay soft and creamy without overbaking.
  5. Create the Crème Brûlée Topping: After the cookies have cooled slightly, sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar on each lemon curd center. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy, golden brûlée crust. Allow the topping to harden before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and egg yolks for smoother mixing and an even dough.
  • Do not overfill the centers with lemon curd to prevent leakage.
  • Chill the dough well before shaping to keep cookies thick and chewy.
  • Caramelize the sugar topping just before serving for the best crispy brûlée texture.
  • Choose high-quality or homemade lemon curd for superior flavor.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free flour substitution)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0.3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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