Cookies
Melting Moments with Passionfruit Frosting
These cookies are soft, buttery, and delicate, melting the second they hit your tongue. They’re simple, nostalgic, and perfect for having guests over.
Prep
15 minutes
Cook
16-18 minutes
Total
33 minutes
Serves
12
giant cookies

Ingredients
Melting Moment Cookies
(24 halves, 12 cookies)
- 168 g all-purpose flour
- 48 g cornstarch
- 48 g powdered sugar
- 136 g unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Passionfruit Frosting
(for sandwiching)
- 48 g unsalted butter, softened
- 96 g powdered sugar, sifted
- 24–32 g passionfruit pulp (start lower, add as needed)
- Small pinch of salt

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Directions
Make the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 177°C (350°F). Line baking trays with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and powdered sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter for 1–2 minutes until pale and creamy.
- Add the vanilla and mix to combine.
- Add the dry ingredients in two batches, mixing on low speed. When the dough looks crumbly, increase speed briefly (about 15 seconds) until it comes together.
- Scoop 2 teaspoon portions (17 g) and roll into balls.
- Place on the tray, flatten gently with your palm, then press lightly with a fork for that classic look.
- Bake for 16–18 minutes, until the tops are set but not browned.
- Let cookies cool on the tray for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
Make the Passionfruit Frosting
- Beat the butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt.
- Beat in passionfruit pulp, starting with 30 g and adding more as needed until soft, creamy, and spreadable.
Cozy Notes 🤍
- I’ve tried many melting moments recipes from cookbooks and online, and this one is intentionally adjusted for a soft, melting texture rather than crispy, that’s why there’s no custard powder here.
- Don’t overbake. If they hold together when gently lifted, they’re done.
- These cookies firm up as they cool but stay beautifully tender.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks, or freeze unfilled cookies for up to 3 months.




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