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Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies

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These Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies are the ultimate treat, featuring a tender sugar cookie base, luscious lemon curd filling, and a caramelized sugar topping that gives the perfect brûlée crunch!

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Lemon Curd Filling:

  • ½ cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)

For the Brûlée Topping:

 

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)

Instructions

  • Make the Cookie Dough:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
    • Add egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

  • Shape and Bake:

    • Roll dough into 1 ½-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
    • Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
    • Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.

  • Fill with Lemon Curd:

    • Let cookies cool slightly, then fill each indentation with about 1 teaspoon of lemon curd.

  • Caramelize the Sugar:

    • Sprinkle a thin, even layer of granulated sugar over the lemon curd.
    • Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crisp. (No torch? Place under the oven broiler for about 1 minute—watch closely!).

 

  • Serve & Enjoy:

    • Let the sugar harden for a few minutes, then enjoy the sweet and tangy crunch!

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • For a shortcut, use pre-made sugar cookie dough.
  • Add a pinch of lemon zest to the dough for extra citrus flavor!

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