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Crème Brûlée Cookies

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Delight in the creamy essence of crème brûlée with a fun twist in these delicious gluten-free cookies, featuring a caramelized sugar crust and chewy vanilla-infused texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 vanilla bean (split and scraped or 1 tsp vanilla paste)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. Cream butter and ¾ cup sugar until fluffy.
  5. Add egg and vanilla to the butter mixture.
  6. Mix in dry ingredients until combined.
  7. Scoop and flatten dough balls on sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
  9. Cool completely.
  10. Heat cream with vanilla bean until simmering; steep for 10 minutes.
  11. Whisk egg yolks with ¼ cup sugar; temper with cream.
  12. Cook over low heat until thickened; chill.
  13. Top cookies with custard, sprinkle sugar, and torch to caramelize.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free and check for hidden gluten. Allow dough to chill for about 30 minutes before baking for better texture.

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