Key Lime Pie Cookies
A zesty, creamy twist on the classic key lime pie, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Combining tangy lime and a buttery cookie texture, they bring the flavors of Florida to your kitchen in a portable form.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone mats
- Wire cooling rack
- Stand mixer (optional)
- Citrus juicer
- Cookie scoop
- Digital kitchen scale
- Zester
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp fresh key lime juice
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 tsp key lime zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and lime zest.
- Fold the key lime filling into the cookie dough mixture.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Scoop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
Notes
These cookies can be stored at room temperature for 3-4 days or in the fridge for up to 7 days.
For a zesty touch, top cookies with whipped cream or sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
For a zesty touch, top cookies with whipped cream or sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 3gFat: 25gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg
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