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Key Lime Cookies with Lime Glaze Recipe

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These soft and chewy Key Lime Cookies offer a refreshing and delicious twist on classic cookies, perfectly balanced with a tangy key lime glaze. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep, these cookies are ideal for lime lovers seeking a light and flavorful treat with a delightful texture.

Ingredients

Cookies

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature (one stick)
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-3 teaspoons key lime zest
  • 1 ¾ cups flour (219 g)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Key Lime Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon key lime zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Dry Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and sugar. Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy in texture.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients and Lime Zest: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Then add the key lime zest, folding it in evenly.
  4. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Add one-third of the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and beat just until mixed. Continue to gradually add the remaining flour mixture until a dough forms, mixing gently to avoid overworking.
  5. Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into 1½ inch balls and place them evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake Cookies: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cookies are set but still soft. Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and let them cool completely before glazing.
  8. Prepare Key Lime Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, key lime juice, milk, vanilla extract, optional salt, and key lime zest. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar or milk as needed. Let the glaze rest for several minutes.
  9. Glaze Cookies: Dip each cookie into the glaze or spread the glaze on top with a knife. Place glazed cookies back on the rack or parchment paper.
  10. Set and Store: Allow the glaze to set completely at room temperature. Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container for 4-5 days.

Notes

  • Use fresh key lime zest and juice for the best flavor.
  • Allow cookies to cool fully before glazing to prevent melting the glaze.
  • Adjust the glaze thickness by adding a little more milk for a thinner glaze or powdered sugar for a thicker one.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • These cookies can be made a day ahead and glazed just before serving.

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