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Lime Sugar Cookies

Deliciously Chewy Lime Sugar Cookies That Brighten Your Day

These Lime Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with a refreshing lime flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2.5 cups All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • Pinch Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Can be replaced with vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime zest Fresh zest is key.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Best with freshly squeezed juice.
  • 1 Large egg For binding; can use a suitable egg substitute for vegan.
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Combines with lime juice for the glaze.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice Use fresh juice for the glaze.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add egg, lime zest, and lime juice; mix until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
  3. Cover dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Optional: Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar and lime juice, then drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for any occasion and can be made ahead of time. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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