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Creme Brûlée Cookies

Decadent Creme Brûlée Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Indulge in the luxurious taste of Creme Brûlée Cookies, a delightful twist on the classic dessert that melts in your mouth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter feel free to use salted butter but reduce added salt
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar provides essential sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract using fresh vanilla beans will elevate the taste
  • 1 large Egg no substitute recommended
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour a gluten-free flour blend can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda avoid substitutes
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt omit if using salted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon nutmeg can be swapped in
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg omit if using just cinnamon
For the Creamy Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream half-and-half or whole milk can be used
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar light or dark brown sugar can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch arrowroot or all-purpose flour can act as substitutes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

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 mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract and large egg until fully combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir gently until a soft dough forms.
  6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, flattening each ball into thick disks.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until it just starts to simmer.
  9. Combine brown sugar and cornstarch in a separate bowl; whisk into the simmering cream until thickened.
  10. Spoon the caramel mixture onto each cookie, allowing it to cascade over the edges.
  11. Broil cookies for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  12. Remove from oven and let sit for a few minutes to allow the caramel to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 4IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and store cookies in an airtight container.

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