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Creme Brûlée Cookies

Chewy Creme Brûlée Cookies with a Caramelized Twist

Delight in these Chewy Creme Brûlée Cookies that fuse classic dessert flavors with a homemade touch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry Cream
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Substitution: Heavy cream can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 4 large Egg Yolks No substitution; egg yolks are crucial for the recipe’s success.
  • ½ cup Granulated White Sugar Substitution: Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor, but it may alter texture.
  • 1 pinch Salt No substitution.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste Substitution: Vanilla extract can be used, though the flavor will be milder.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch No direct substitute; however, flour can be used, but it may not yield as smooth a consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitution: Salted butter is okay; just omit additional salt.
For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour No direct substitute without altering texture; gluten-free flour blends may work, but could affect chewiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder No substitutions; baking powder is integral to the rise of the cookies.
  • 1 large Egg No substitution; crucial for the cookie’s structure.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar (for rolling) No substitution.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar (for brulee topping) No substitution.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • parchment paper
  • kitchen torch
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the pastry cream by heating whole milk, then whisk egg yolks with sugar, salt, vanilla, and cornstarch. Combine with milk, cook until thickened, stir in butter, chill.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Incorporate the egg and remaining vanilla into the butter-sugar mixture until well combined.
  6. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Shape dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar, flatten slightly, and place on lined baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 9-10 minutes, until edges are golden but centers remain soft, then cool on wire rack.
  9. Pipe the chilled pastry cream onto cookies, sprinkle with sugar, and caramelize with a kitchen torch.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delectable cookies!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Creme Brûlée Cookies promise not just flavor but a comforting experience in every bite.

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