Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies – Tangy & Sweet Treat
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tangy and sweet with these Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies. Each bite offers a crisp exterior and a creamy lemon curd topping that tantalizes your taste buds. These cookies are not only visually stunning, featuring a glossy finish and vibrant color, but they are also incredibly easy to make, using simple ingredients you likely have on hand. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to formal events, these cookies can be adapted to suit dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this refreshing dessert that effortlessly combines the classic flavors of crème brûlée with the bright zestiness of lemons.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 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 (or plant-based alternative), softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (or flaxseed egg for vegan)
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add in egg (or flaxseed egg), vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate this into the wet mixture until a dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Let cool slightly, then top each cookie with lemon curd and sprinkle granulated sugar on top.
- Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar topping until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg