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Crème Brûlée Cookies

Delightful cookies inspired by the classic French dessert, featuring a crispy caramelized sugar top and a soft, creamy center.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup vanilla pastry cream Can use store-bought for convenience.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Carefully fold in the vanilla pastry cream.
  7. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
Caramelization
  1. After cooling, sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar on top of each cookie.
  2. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a hard, glossy layer.
Serving
  1. Serve and enjoy your Crème Brûlée Cookies!

Notes

To store, keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze wrapped in plastic for up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature before caramelizing the sugar.