Description
These Key Lime Cookies are a delightful citrus-infused treat that perfectly balance sweet and tangy flavors. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Coating:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting or coating)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, key lime juice, and zest until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Form Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Coat: Once cooled, dust or roll in powdered sugar as desired.
Notes
- You can substitute regular lime juice if key lime juice is unavailable.
- For extra flavor, add a few drops of lime extract.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
