Bruléed Orange Butter Cookies

While the burnt sugar topping is what takes these cookies to the next level, I understand that a kitchen torch isn't exactly something that everyone has on hand. My first recommendation is to use this recipe as an excuse to get one - they can be found for under $20 and are also great for toasting the cheese on French onion soup. Alternately, you can brown the sugar under the broiler for 45 seconds; however, taking this approach will also melt the glaze and the cookies won't look quite as pretty. Of course, they are incredible without the crunchy topping - just be sure to let the glaze fully harden (about 2 hours) before stacking them.