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Creme Brûlée Cookies

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Creme Brûlée Cookies are the ultimate indulgence, combining the classic flavors of creamy vanilla pastry cream with the delightful texture of chewy sugar cookies. Each bite offers a buttery richness, topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust that adds a satisfying crunch. These cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups whole milk
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla bean paste
  • 3 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for cookies)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for brulee topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vanilla pastry cream: In a saucepan, heat milk until steaming. Whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Gradually whisk in hot milk, then return to the stove over medium heat. Add cornstarch and cook until thickened. Stir in butter and vanilla bean paste. Cool completely.
  2. For the cookie dough: In a bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla bean paste. In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the butter mixture until combined.
  3. Chill the dough for at least an hour. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Shape dough into balls, fill with cooled pastry cream, roll in sugar, and place on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for about 9 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Sprinkle with additional sugar immediately after baking to create the brûlée topping.

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