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Creme Brûlée Cookies

Creme Brûlée Cookies: A Gourmet Treat You Can’t Resist

Indulge in the irresistible Creme Brûlée Cookies, a delightful twist on a classic dessert that combines buttery crispness with creamy flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provide richness and moisture; if using salted butter, reduce added salt in the recipe.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and helps achieve the caramelized top.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Infuses the cookies with a warm flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour The main structure component.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor; use sparingly if using salted butter.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds subtle warmth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Adds complexity to the flavor profile.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for creating the creamy topping.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds richness to the topping.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens the cream mixture.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, and continue mixing on low speed until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients.
  5. Form 1-inch balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly.
  6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. In a saucepan, simmer the heavy cream over medium heat, and whisk in the brown sugar and cornstarch until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  9. Spoon the topping onto each cooled cookie, then broil for 1-2 minutes until caramelized.
  10. Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before serving them warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 105mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep a close watch while broiling; even a few seconds too long can lead to burnt topping. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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