Description

Indulge in the heavenly combination of zesty lemon and creamy textures with these Lemon Curd Brûlée Cookies. Each bite reveals a luscious lemon curd center encased in a perfectly baked cookie, topped with a satisfying caramelized sugar crust. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to impress your guests and brighten your day.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp lemon zest
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 large eggs
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp superfine sugar (for brûlée topping)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
For the lemon curd filling, combine lemon juice, zest, sugar, eggs, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until thickened (about 10 minutes). Strain into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface, and chill until set.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in flour until just combined.
Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Make an indentation in each ball and fill with chilled lemon curd.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden edges form. Cool on wire racks before sprinkling with superfine sugar for the brûlée topping.
Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar or place under the broiler briefly for a crispy finish.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Experiment by swapping lemon zest for orange or lime zest for a unique twist. For added flavor, sprinkle sea salt on top before brûléeing. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat briefly in a warm oven.