Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Custard Cream Hearts, where silky custard fills buttery cookies for a heartwarming treat. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful heart-shaped sweets evoke cherished childhood memories and bring smiles to everyone who enjoys them. Easy to make and customizable with various flavors, Custard Cream Hearts are sure to impress at your next gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the cookie dough by creaming softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Gradually sift in all-purpose flour and mix until just combined.
- Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut into heart shapes.
- Bake on a lined baking sheet for about 10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- For the custard filling, whisk egg yolks, milk, vanilla, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium-low heat until thickened (5-7 minutes).
- Once cookies cool, spread custard between two cookies to create sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg