Lime Sugar Cookies
These Lime Sugar Cookies are crisp and light yet soft in the center, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and a zesty lime flavor, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened adds moisture and richness
- 1 cup white granulated sugar sweetens and helps with texture
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract enhances flavor
- 1 large egg provides structure and moisture
- 1 teaspoon lime juice adds zest and flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest freshens the cookie's taste
- 1 1/2 cups unbleached flour gives structure
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder helps cookies rise
- 1/4 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda aids in leavening
Glaze
- 1.5 cups powdered/confectioners sugar for the glaze
- 6 teaspoons lime juice extra if needed, for glaze consistency
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest for glaze, and optional garnishing
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla enhances glaze flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by creaming the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the pure vanilla extract and egg to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until combined.
- Incorporate the lime juice and lime zest, mixing until fully blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the unbleached flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Scoop portions of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring adequate spacing.
Baking
- Bake the cookies until lightly golden around the edges, about 10 minutes.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Glazing
- In a bowl, mix the powdered sugar, lime juice, and lime zest to prepare the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and allow it to set before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure butter is softened, use fresh lime juice and zest, and allow cookies to cool completely before glazing.