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Key Lime Cookies

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Key Lime Cookies are soft, chewy cookies bursting with tangy lime flavor, topped with a sweet lime glaze. These refreshing treats capture the essence of key lime pie in a cookie form, making them perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

¾ cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 tablespoon lime zest (from about 2–3 key limes)

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1–2 key limes)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 key lime)

½ teaspoon lime zest (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg, lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. The dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
  6. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to form dough balls, placing them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each dough ball.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, and the centers are still soft.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cookies and allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  10. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For a tropical twist, add ½ cup of shredded coconut to the dough.

Use gluten-free flour to make these cookies gluten-free.

Add extra lime zest to both the dough and glaze for more lime flavor.

These cookies can be made ahead of time. The dough can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking.

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