Lime Sugar Cookies
Delightful Lime Sugar Cookies bursting with zesty flavor and sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Structure
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening
- ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Moisture and richness
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar Sweetness
- 1 egg Binding agent
- 1 tablespoon lime zest Flavor
- 2 tablespoons lime juice Moisture and flavor
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Depth of flavor
For Rolling
- to taste tablespoons granulated sugar Texture and sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and creamy.
- Add the egg, lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture and blend until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing slowly to avoid overworking the dough.
- Form small dough balls and roll them in granulated sugar.
- Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spaced two to three inches apart.
Baking
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven until the edges are slightly golden, about 10 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- Let the cookies cool completely on the rack before storing or serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure butter is softened, measure flour correctly, and allow cookies to cool properly.