Cornmeal Cookies III

Vegetarian
Cornmeal Cookies III
45 min.
24
83kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Cornmeal Cookies III, a unique twist on traditional cookies that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy! Perfectly vegetarian and ready in just 45 minutes, these cookies are not only easy to make but also yield a generous 24 servings, making them ideal for gatherings, parties, or simply enjoying at home.

What sets these cookies apart is their delightful combination of textures and flavors. The use of cornmeal adds a subtle crunch and a hint of sweetness, while the zesty lime extract and fresh lime juice infuse each bite with a refreshing citrus burst. Topped with a light glaze made from lime zest and confectioners' sugar, these cookies are as visually appealing as they are delicious.

With only 83 calories per cookie, you can indulge guilt-free! Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun to make. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your family and friends with these scrumptious treats. Perfect for dessert or as a sweet snack, Cornmeal Cookies III are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar for decoration
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal 
  •  eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon lime 
  • tablespoon juice of lime 
  • teaspoon lime zest grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease your baking sheets.
  2. Beat the butter and 2/3 cup sugar together until creamy.
  3. Mix in the egg and lime extract. Blend well.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, baking powder, salt and flour.
  5. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix well.
  6. Drop teaspoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Dip the bottom of a glass, or similar round, flat object in the 1/4 cup sugar, and slightly flatten the balls of dough.
  7. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookie bottoms are lightly browned.
  8. Combine the lime zest, confectioners' sugar, and enough lime juice to make a spreadable glaze.
  9. Spread over the tops of cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories83kcal
Protein5.43%
Fat45.69%
Carbs48.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.48
Glycemic Load
5.82
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.5452174006597%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.13mg
Naringenin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:83.01kcal
4.15%
Fat:4.26g
6.56%
Saturated Fat:2.53g
15.82%
Carbohydrates:10.26g
3.42%
Net Carbohydrates:9.8g
3.56%
Sugar:3.8g
4.22%
Cholesterol:16.99mg
5.66%
Sodium:75.21mg
3.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.14g
2.28%
Selenium:2.6µg
3.71%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.47%
Folate:11.74µg
2.93%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.88%
Vitamin A:128.48IU
2.57%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.33%
Iron:0.4mg
2.2%
Phosphorus:21.61mg
2.16%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.97%
Fiber:0.46g
1.84%
Calcium:13.13mg
1.31%
Magnesium:5.11mg
1.28%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.27%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.12%
Source:Allrecipes