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Lime Sugar Cookies

Soft and chewy sugar cookies infused with fresh lime zest and juice for a bright citrus flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp lime juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare baking sheet.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add egg, lime zest, juice, and vanilla.
  5. Combine with dry ingredients to form dough.
  6. Shape into balls and place on baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes.
  8. Cool and glaze if desired.

Notes

Use fresh lime for best flavor and aroma.