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Irresistible Creme Brûlée Cookies

Indulge in Irresistible Creme Brûlée Cookies Tonight

Experience the luxurious taste of Irresistible Creme Brûlée Cookies, a delightful twist on a classic French dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides richness and moisture; substitute with salted butter, reducing added salt.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookie and helps achieve a light texture; no direct substitutes recommended.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor with warm, sweet notes; use high-quality vanilla for best results.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients and contributes to the cookie's structure; can replace with a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Main structure ingredient of the cookie; for gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent for softness; do not substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor; use lightly or omit if using salted butter.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and complexity to flavor; omit if spice-free.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Adds warmth and complexity to flavor; omit if spice-free.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates the rich topping texture; substitute with half-and-half, but may affect thickness.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds richness and moisture to the topping; can be substituted with coconut sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Stabilizes and thickens the brûlée topping; no direct substitute recommended.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and the large egg. Mix on low speed until fully incorporated.
  4. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a separate bowl. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Form the dough into a slightly sticky ball, then roll into 1-inch balls and flatten them on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown around the edges and just set in the center. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  7. In a saucepan over medium heat, simmer the heavy cream while stirring occasionally.
  8. Blend the brown sugar and cornstarch, whisk into the simmering cream until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Spoon the cooled topping onto each cookie.
  10. Broil the cookies on high for 1-2 minutes until the topping caramelizes.
  11. Allow the cookies to cool slightly for the topping to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to keep an eye on the cookies while broiling to prevent burning. Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.

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