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Key Lime Cookies Recipe

Key Lime Cookies Recipe
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These Key Lime Cookies are a delightful citrus twist on classic sugar cookies. With a soft texture and tangy glaze, they are perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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Cookies:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon key lime zest
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons key lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon key lime zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Beat in the egg, key lime juice, and zest until well combined.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Mix the dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.
  6. Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough, roll into balls, place on the baking sheet, flatten slightly, and bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool and glaze: Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Whisk together powdered sugar, key lime juice, and zest for the glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies and let set before serving.

Notes

  • For more citrus punch, add a drop of lime extract to the dough or glaze.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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