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Creme Brûlée Cookies

Creme Brûlée Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful world of Creme Brûlée Cookies, where chewy, buttery cookies meet a rich vanilla pastry cream filling, all topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. This unique treat brings together the classic flavors of crème brûlée and the comforting texture of cookies, making them ideal for any occasion—from casual gatherings to elegant dinner parties. With their impressive appearance and irresistible taste, these cookies are sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Plus, they are easy to make, so even novice bakers can craft these gourmet delights in no time!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (540 ml) whole milk
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp (225 g) granulated white sugar
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla bean paste
  • 3 1/2 tbsp (28 g) cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp (42 g) unsalted butter, cut in cubes
  • 2 1/2 cups (313 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/4 cup (250 g) granulated white sugar
  • 1 cup (224 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated white sugar (for rolling the dough in)
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated white sugar (for the brulee topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vanilla pastry cream by heating milk and whisking it with egg yolks, sugar, salt, and cornstarch until thickened. Stir in butter and vanilla bean paste. Let cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream softened butter and sugar; add egg and vanilla until combined.
  3. Mix dry ingredients separately; then combine with wet mixture.
  4. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, make indentations, fill with pastry cream, roll in sugar, and bake for about 9 minutes until golden.
  5. Immediately sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch.

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