Luscious Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies
Indulge in the delightful experience of Luscious Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies, where the bright, tangy flavor of lemon curd meets a rich cookie base topped with a satisfying caramelized sugar crust. Perfect for any occasion—from casual get-togethers to sophisticated gatherings—these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- 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 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- 1/4 cup turbinado sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Create an indentation in each ball and fill it with lemon curd.
- Generously sprinkle turbinado sugar over the filled cookies.
- Bake for about 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg