Description
Indulge in the whimsical charm of Custard Cream Hearts, a delightful cookie that combines a crispy exterior with a rich custard filling. Perfect for any occasion, these heart-shaped treats are not only visually appealing but incredibly easy to make, even for novice bakers. Customize them with different fillings to impress your guests or simply brighten someone’s day with this sweet surprise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup full-fat milk
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the flour and a pinch of salt, mixing until just combined.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into heart shapes.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool completely.
- For the custard filling, combine milk, cornstarch, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until thickened (around 5-7 minutes), then let cool before filling the cookies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Sweet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg