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LIME SUGAR COOKIES

Lime Sugar Cookies: Refreshingly Chewy Citrus Bliss

Delightful Lime Sugar Cookies, perfect for any family gathering, featuring a vibrant citrus flavor and chewy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 0.5 cups Butter, softened Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1 cups Sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 0.25 tsp Baking Soda Leavening agent.
  • 0.25 tsp Cream of Tartar Stabilizes the egg whites.
  • 0.25 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 Egg Provides structure.
  • 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 pieces Lime, juice and zest Essential for flavor.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms cookie structure.
  • 1-2 drops Green Food Coloring, optional For visual appeal.
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 tbsp Butter, melted Smooth base for glaze.
  • 1 pieces Lime, juice Adds tart kick.
  • 0.25-0.33 cups Powdered Sugar Thickens glaze.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • cookie sheet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together the butter and sugar for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Combine the baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt; mix into the butter-sugar mixture.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Add lime juice and zest; blend until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually mix in the flour until well combined.
  6. Chill the dough in an airtight container for at least 2 hours.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Shape dough into balls and roll in sugar.
  8. Bake on a lined cookie sheet for 8-10 minutes.
  9. Prepare the optional glaze and drizzle over warm cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh lime juice and zest. Adjust glaze thickness according to preference.

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