Description
Lime Sugar Cookies are zesty and sweet treats with a refreshing burst of lime flavor. These soft, buttery cookies are enhanced with lime zest and juice, and can be optionally glazed with a tangy lime icing, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 1 cup sugar
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 lime (juice and zest)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)
Glaze
- 1 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1 lime (juice)
- ¼–⅓ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, cream the softened butter and sugar together for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. Add the baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt, mixing well to incorporate all dry ingredients evenly.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, ensuring a smooth mixture.
- Add Lime Zest and Juice: Zest one lime and add the zest to the dough. Squeeze the juice from the lime and mix it in thoroughly to infuse the dough with citrus flavor.
- Mix in Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and continue mixing until the dough is smooth. Optionally, add 1-2 drops of green food coloring for a festive look. Chill the dough in an airtight container for 2 hours to firm up.
- Prepare Cookie Balls: After chilling, scoop the dough by tablespoonfuls and roll into balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat evenly for a slightly crisp exterior.
- Bake Cookies: Place the sugar-coated dough balls spaced apart on a cookie sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix melted butter and freshly squeezed lime juice. Slowly add powdered sugar while stirring with a fork until desired glaze consistency is reached. The glaze will be tangy with a strong lime flavor.
- Glaze Cookies: While cookies are still warm, drizzle or spread a small amount of glaze on each cookie. Allow glaze to set before serving. Enjoy your lime sugar cookies!
Notes
- Chilling the dough is essential to help the cookies maintain their shape and deepen the flavors.
- Green food coloring is optional and adds a festive touch but does not impact flavor.
- Use fresh limes for the best citrus flavor in both the dough and the glaze.
- The glaze is potent, so use sparingly to avoid overpowering the cookie’s sweetness.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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