Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Key Lime Cookies, where the tangy essence of fresh key limes meets a soft, chewy texture. These cookies are a refreshing treat perfect for summer gatherings or an afternoon snack. With each bite, experience a burst of citrus flavor that transports you to sunny shores. Easy to make and visually appealing with their light green hue, these cookies will surely impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 stick unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp fresh key lime juice
- 1 tbsp key lime zest
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, key lime juice, and zest until well combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Allow cooling slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg