Description
These Key Lime Dream Cookies are a buttery, tangy treat with a perfect balance of sweet and citrus flavors, making them irresistible for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons key lime zest
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, key lime zest, key lime juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a tangier flavor, add extra key lime juice. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 2g