Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies – Tangy & Sweet Treat
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies – Tangy & Sweet Treat. This unique dessert features a soft, buttery cookie base filled with luscious lemon curd and crowned with a satisfying caramelized sugar crust. Perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight treats, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress. The refreshing zest of lemon combined with the sweet richness of the cookie creates an unforgettable experience that will have everyone coming back for more!
- 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
- 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 the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the lemon curd until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet and sprinkle each cookie with granulated sugar.
- Bake for about 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg