Description
Delightful Key Lime Cookies that balance sweet and tangy flavors for a fun tropical treat.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 teaspoons key lime zest
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- ½ teaspoon key lime zest (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the key lime zest, ensuring the zest is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until everything is just combined.
- Drop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, key lime juice, milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt for the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and top with additional key lime zest if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh key limes. Ensure butter is at room temperature for a light dough. Chill the dough if too soft to handle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American