Description

These Lemon Crème Brûlée Cookies combine the tangy zest of lemon with the luxurious caramelized crunch of crème brûlée. A delightful twist on the classic dessert, they are perfect for any gathering or as a sweet indulgence.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for topping

1 large egg

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 teaspoons lemon zest

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently press each dough ball down with the back of a spoon or your fingers, slightly flattening them.
Sprinkle a little extra granulated sugar on top of each cookie.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies are set in the center.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a richer flavor, mix in a couple of tablespoons of cream cheese to the dough.

You can substitute lemon zest and juice with lime or orange for a different citrus twist.

To make it more indulgent, add white or dark chocolate chips.

For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.

If the dough is too warm, chill it for 30 minutes to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.

You can freeze the dough for up to 3 months and thaw before baking.

To get more caramelization, use a kitchen torch on the sugar topping before baking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 45mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 30mg