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Lime Sugar Cookies

Lime Sugar Cookies That Brighten Your Day with Zesty Flavor

Delight in these Lime Sugar Cookies, a zesty twist on a classic treat that will brighten your day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Provides richness and moisture for a soft cookie.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Responsible for sweetness and contributes to the cookie's crisp edges.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together, contributing to the cookie's structure and moisture.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Zest Adds vibrant flavor and aroma.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Provides acidity and a refreshing tang that complements the sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness and depth of flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the structure of the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent for a lighter texture.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Microplane
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lime Sugar Cookies
  1. Prepare the dry ingredients by measuring out the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Whisk until combined and zest a lime.
  2. Cream together the butter and sugar in a large bowl until pale and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the egg, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix on low speed until combined.
  4. Fold in the prepared dry ingredients gently until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
  5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for one minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer for up to 2 months.

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