Description
Delightful cookies that blend the creamy richness of crème brûlée with a bright burst of lemon, topped with a delicate caramelized sugar crust.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for topping)
- 2 large eggs (or flaxseed meal with water for vegan alternative)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour while mixing until just combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto a lined baking sheet, allowing space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Sprinkle granulated sugar on top of each cookie and caramelize with a kitchen torch until golden.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For best flavor development, do not skip chilling the dough. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cookies, dessert, lemon, crème brûlée, baking, family recipe