Key Lime Cookies
A delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors making these soft and chewy cookies a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice (freshly squeezed) For best flavor, use fresh key limes.
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest
- 2.75 cups all-purpose flour Ensure accurate measurement.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting) Optional, for additional sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, key lime juice, and key lime zest to the mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving enough space between each cookie.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
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Notes
These cookies are perfect for parties or casual snacks. To enhance their flavor, experiment with the ratio of lime zest and juice to suit your taste.