Lime Sugar Cookies

Lime Sugar Cookies
1500 min.
36
63kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Lime Sugar Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion! With their zesty lime flavor and soft, chewy texture, these cookies are sure to impress your family and friends. Imagine the refreshing burst of citrus with every bite, making them an ideal dessert for summer gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply as a sweet snack to brighten your day.

What sets these cookies apart is not just their unique flavor but also their delightful simplicity. The combination of unsalted butter and vegetable shortening creates a rich, tender dough that melts in your mouth. The addition of lime sugar elevates the sweetness, giving these cookies a distinctive twist that will have everyone asking for the recipe. Plus, they are easy to make ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the baking process without the last-minute rush.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is approachable and rewarding. With just a few basic ingredients and some chilling time, you’ll be on your way to creating a batch of cookies that are not only delicious but also visually appealing. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to bake a batch of Lime Sugar Cookies that will leave a lasting impression!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup lime 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted softened
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • tablespoons shortening cold

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • hand mixer
  • wax paper
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Beat together butter, shortening, granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons lime sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together over egg mixture, then beat on low speed until just combined.
  2. Form dough into a 10-inch log (2 inches in diameter) on wax paper, then wrap in wax paper. Chill dough until firm, at least 4 hours.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  4. Remove wax paper and cut log into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
  5. Bake cookies 1/2 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets in batches in middle of oven 10 to 12 minutes, or until pale golden. Immediately transfer with a metal spatula to a rack set over a sheet of wax paper and sprinkle tops with remaining lime sugar. Cool cookies.
  6. • Dough can be made 2 days ahead and chilled, wrapped well in plastic wrap.• Cookies keep in an airtight container at cool room temperature 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein4.08%
Fat39.38%
Carbs56.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.47
Glycemic Load
6.34
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.95217390941537%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.57mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:62.97kcal
3.15%
Fat:2.8g
4.31%
Saturated Fat:1.43g
8.92%
Carbohydrates:9.04g
3.01%
Net Carbohydrates:8.89g
3.23%
Sugar:5.6g
6.22%
Cholesterol:10.18mg
3.39%
Sodium:46.51mg
2.02%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.3%
100%
Protein:0.65g
1.31%
Selenium:1.96µg
2.8%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.35%
Folate:8.77µg
2.19%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.77%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.54%
Iron:0.25mg
1.39%
Vitamin A:66.48IU
1.33%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.31%
Phosphorus:10.68mg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious