These Crème Brûlée Cookies combine the rich, creamy flavor of classic crème brûlée with a soft, buttery sugar cookie. Topped with a luscious vanilla custard and a crisp caramelized sugar layer, these cookies are a dream for dessert lovers! Perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress!
Ingredients
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 soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Custard Filling:
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Caramelized Sugar Topping:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Using the back of a spoon or your thumb, create a small indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Custard Filling
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens (about 3-5 minutes). Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 3: Assemble the Cookies
- Spoon a small amount of custard filling into the indentation of each cooled cookie.
- Chill the cookies in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to set the custard.
Step 4: Caramelize the Sugar Topping
- Sprinkle a thin layer of sugar over the custard-filled cookies.
- Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crisp. If you don’t have a torch, place the cookies under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Let the caramelized sugar harden before serving. Enjoy the perfect crunchy, creamy, and buttery bite!
Tips for the Best Crème Brûlée Cookies
✔️ Use a kitchen torch for the best caramelization and crunch.
✔️ Chill the custard before adding sugar to prevent melting.
✔️ Don’t overbake the cookies—you want them soft to contrast the crunchy topping.
✔️ Use high-quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.
Variations
???? Chocolate Crème Brûlée Cookies – Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder to the cookie dough.
???? Lemon Crème Brûlée Cookies – Add 1 teaspoon lemon zest to the custard.
???? Coconut Crème Brûlée Cookies – Sprinkle toasted coconut over the custard before caramelizing.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Chilling Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Nutrition (Per Cookie)
- Calories: 180
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 60mg
- Sugar: 15g
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