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Ingredients
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For the Leite Creme
For the Butter Cookies
Method
Prepare the Leite Creme
- 1
Heat the Milk and Cream
In a saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until steaming, but do not boil.
- 2
Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.
- 3
- 4
Cook the Mixture
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- 5
Cool and Chill
Pour the mixture into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Prepare the Butter Cookies
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 7
Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until creamy. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually add flour and salt until a dough forms.
- 8
Shape and Bake the Cookies
Roll the dough into small balls, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and flatten slightly. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- 9
Cool the Cookies
Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
