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Decadent Creme Brûlée Cookies with Crispy Caramelized Tops

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These cookies feature a tender, buttery base topped with a crispy, caramelized sugar crust, mimicking the classic creme brûlée dessert in cookie form. They are quick to make, simple, and perfect for entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • About 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar for torching (superfine or turbinado sugar recommended)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then add 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract until mixture is glossy and thick.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Flatten each slightly with the palm of your hand or bottom of a glass.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and cool completely before caramelizing the tops.
  9. Sprinkle about a teaspoon of granulated sugar evenly over each cookie.
  10. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar by moving the flame in small circles until it melts, bubbles, and turns deep amber. Alternatively, use the oven broiler for 1-2 minutes watching closely.
  11. Allow the caramelized sugar to cool and harden for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Use superfine sugar for best caramelization results. Chill cookies completely before torching to prevent sugar melting into the dough. Move the torch constantly to avoid burning. If no torch is available, use the oven broiler with close supervision. For vegan version, substitute vegan butter and flax egg. For gluten-free, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking flour blend.

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Keywords: creme brûlée cookies, caramelized sugar cookies, torch sugar cookies, easy dessert, buttery cookies, vanilla cookies, crispy caramel top

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