Description
If you’re craving a delightful dessert that combines sweet and tangy flavors, look no further than these Lemon Curd Crème Brûlée Cookies. Bursting with fresh lemon zest and curd, these cookies are a bright addition to any gathering or a comforting treat for yourself. They strike the perfect balance between creamy and crispy, thanks to a sugar topping that creates a beautifully brûléed finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup lemon curd
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the lemon curd gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet and sprinkle with additional sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg