Key Lime Cookies
Bright, zesty key lime cookies with soft centers and a glossy lime-sugar glaze for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Use truly softened butter, not melted.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Cream until airy.
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice Fresh juice for best flavor.
- 1 teaspoon key lime zest Don't skip for maximum flavor.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Icing
- powdered sugar for icing Adjust with key lime juice to desired consistency.
- additional tablespoons key lime juice For icing adjustment.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, key lime juice, key lime zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing just until no flour streaks remain.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the greased baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are slightly golden and centers are soft.
- Let cookies cool on a wire rack.
Glazing
- Mix powdered sugar with additional key lime juice until drizzleable.
- Drizzle over cooled cookies and let the glaze set.
Notes
For best results, use softened butter, zest before juicing, and ensure cookies are cool before glazing.