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! Bursting with zesty lime flavor, these cookies are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. Their pale golden hue and sprinkle of lime sugar on top make them an inviting addition to your dessert table.

What sets these cookies apart is their unique combination of ingredients that create a soft, chewy texture with a refreshing citrus twist. The balance of granulated sugar and lime sugar adds a sweet yet tangy flavor that will leave you craving more. Plus, the use of both butter and vegetable shortening ensures that each bite is rich and satisfying.

Whether you're hosting a gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, these Lime Sugar Cookies are sure to impress. With a preparation time that allows for some chilling, you can easily make the dough ahead of time and bake them fresh when you're ready. The aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly anticipating a taste.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of these scrumptious cookies that are not only delicious but also a fun baking project to share with family and friends. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and the joy of baking with this easy-to-follow recipe!

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