Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Creme Brûlée Cookies—a unique fusion of classic dessert flavors. These chewy, buttery sugar cookies are topped with a creamy vanilla pastry cream and finished with a crunchy layer of caramelized sugar. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or an elegant soirée, these cookies offer a rich flavor profile and impressive presentation that will leave your guests in awe. Simple yet sophisticated, this recipe is accessible for bakers at all skill levels and promises to become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups whole milk
- 6 egg yolks
- 1 cup + 2 tbsp granulated white sugar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla bean paste
- 3 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar (for rolling the dough in)
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar (for the brulee topping)
Instructions
- For the pastry cream, heat milk and half the sugar until steaming. Whisk egg yolks, remaining sugar, salt, vanilla bean paste, and cornstarch in a bowl. Gradually mix in hot milk. Return to heat until thickened; stir in butter and cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Beat butter and sugars until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; combine. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; mix into wet ingredients.
- Roll dough into balls, coat with sugar, and bake for about 9 minutes until golden.
- Top warm cookies with pastry cream, sprinkle sugar on top, then caramelize using a kitchen torch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. Experiment with different toppings like chocolate sauce or whipped cream for added flair.