Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies – Tangy & Sweet Treat
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies – Tangy & Sweet Treat! These cookies are a perfect blend of zesty lemon and creamy sweetness, making them a standout dessert for any occasion. Each cookie features a luscious surprise of lemon curd nestled within, topped with a satisfying crunchy sugar crust that resembles classic crème brûlée. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these cookies will impress with their beautiful presentation and irresistible taste. Easy to make and customizable, they’re sure to become your new favorite sweet treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (or flaxseed egg for vegan option)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup lemon curd
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Gently fold in the lemon curd until evenly incorporated.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with granulated sugar before baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg