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Key Lime Cookies with Glaze

These refreshingly delightful Homemade Key Lime Cookies have a chewy texture and a slight tanginess.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 20 cookies
Calories: 151 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 115 g unsalted butter (softened at room temperature)
  • 250 g caster sugar
  • 1 medium egg (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 250 g plain white flour / all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoon lime zest
For Glazing
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ cup icing sugar - powdered sugar

Instructions

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  1. In a stand mixer or with a handheld electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugar at medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. Mix in the egg, vanilla bean paste or extract, and 2 tablespoons of lime juice until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, lime zest, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients in the mixing bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
  5. Wrap the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least one hour, or you can refrigerate it for several hours or overnight for even better results.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Using a spoon, ice cream scoop, or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown.
  9. While the cookies are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of lime juice with ½ cup of icing sugar (powdered sugar) until it forms a smooth, drizzle-ready glaze.
  10. Once the cookies are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. To glaze the cookies, simply spoon the lime glaze over the top of each cookie and use the back of the spoon to spread it evenly.

Notes

  • Use fresh Key Limes for the best flavor as their unique tartness adds a delightful twist to the cookies. I don't recommend using bottled lime juice for this recipe. However, you can use regular limes if you can't find key limes.
  • Use a digital scale, measuring cup, and measuring spoons to ensure that you're using the correct amount of flour, sugar, and other ingredients.
  • Ensure that your butter and egg are at room temperature. This helps in achieving a smooth and consistent cookie dough.
  • When zesting the Key Limes, be cautious not to include the bitter white pith. Zest only the outer, green part of the lime for maximum flavor.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is crucial for the cookie's texture.
  • Once you've made the dough, cool it in the fridge for an hour. Cold dough is easier to handle and stops cookies from spreading too much when they bake.
  • Use a cookie scoop or a spoon to portion the cookie dough consistently.
  • Watch the cookies as they bake. They should be golden around the edges and soft in the middle. Overbaking can result in dry cookies.
  • Drizzle the lime glaze over the cookies once they have completely cooled to room temperature.

Nutrition Information

Calories 151kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 21mg (7%) Sodium 58mg (2%) Potassium 21mg (1%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 157IU (3%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 151

% Daily Value*

Calories 151kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 58mg 2%
Potassium 21mg 0%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 157IU 3%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.