Description
Indulge in these irresistibly delicious Creme Brûlée Cookies, a perfect combination of rich custard flavors and a caramelized sugar topping, inspired by the classic French dessert. Zesty lemon adds a refreshing twist to these soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies, making them an elegant and decadent treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pearl sugar or coarse sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Form dough into 1.5-inch balls using a cookie scoop or hands. Roll each in coarse sugar for that caramelized topping effect.
- Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Optional: Broil the cookies for 1-2 minutes to deepen the caramelization of the sugar topping.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack. For an authentic brûlée effect, sprinkle additional sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until bubbling and golden.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Re-crystallize the sugar topping with a kitchen torch before serving for best caramelized flavor.
- For extra texture, consider adding a touch of cream cheese frosting or try variations like strawberry cheesecake-stuffed cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg