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Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies

Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies That Will Wow Your Guests

Delightful Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies that combine a tender shortbread and a zesty center with a caramelized crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Butter Feel free to swap for margarine or vegan butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be a substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can work for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use almond or coconut flour for gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s gluten-free.
For the Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup Lemon Curd Store-bought is convenient; homemade offers richer taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can impart a deeper flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Spatula
  • Kitchen torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder, then fold into the wet mixture.
  5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, pressing down in the center to create a well.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Fill the wells with lemon curd.
  9. Combine heavy cream and a bit of granulated sugar, spoon over the filled cookies.
  10. Caramelize the sugar topping with a kitchen torch or under the broiler for 1-2 minutes.
  11. Serve and enjoy the contrast of textures.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill dough before baking for best results. Use room temperature lemon curd for easier spreading at filling stage.

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