Irresistible Crème Brûlée Cookies
A delightful cookie inspired by the classic crème brûlée, featuring a soft, buttery base topped with caramelized sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture until the dough forms.
- Stir in the heavy cream for added richness.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Remove cookies and sprinkle brown sugar on top, then caramelize with a kitchen torch.
- Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or finely chopped nuts. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 1.4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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