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Irresistible Creme Brûlée Cookies

Irresistible Creme Brûlée Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Try these irresistible crème brûlée cookies that combine a crunchy topping with a buttery center, making them a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for better flavor
  • 1 large Large Egg
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional
For the Caramelized Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half for lighter version
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Irresistible Creme Brûlée Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add vanilla extract and egg; mix until well combined.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry mixture into wet mixture until fully combined.
  6. Form the dough into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly on the lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown; cool on a wire rack.
  8. Heat heavy cream until simmering, then mix with brown sugar and cornstarch until smooth.
  9. Spoon the crème brûlée topping mixture onto each cooled cookie.
  10. Broil for 1-2 minutes to caramelize the topping, watching closely to prevent burning.
  11. Let cool and serve, enjoying the beautiful caramelized crust.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened but not melted for the best cookie texture. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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