Crème Brûlée Cookies
These crème brûlée cookies are a delightful take on the classic dessert, featuring soft, chewy cookies with a caramelized sugar topping that offers a wonderful fusion of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
For the cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure the butter is soft for easy mixing.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds warmth and flavor.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for the topping) Used for caramelizing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with both the granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is mixed in before adding the next, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Drop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Caramelizing
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar on top of each cookie.
- Use a kitchen torch to carefully caramelize the sugar until golden and crackly.
Serving
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or freeze for longer storage. Variations include adding chocolate chips, citrus zest, nuts, or spices to the dough.