Lime Sugar Cookies

Lime Sugar Cookies
1500 min.
36
63kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dessert game with a zesty twist? These Lime Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the unmistakable brightness of lime with a classic sugar cookie texture, creating a refreshing taste explosion in every bite. Perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cookies bring a burst of sunshine to any occasion.

With just a handful of ingredients like softened butter, granulated sugar, and the piquant flavor of lime sugar, you'll be amazed at how quickly you can whip up this scrumptious dessert. The process involves simply mixing, chilling, and baking, making it perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. The cookies are wonderfully light and fluffy, with a subtle tang that balances the sweetness perfectly.

Imagine serving these charming cookies as a cheerful end to a meal, or perhaps alongside a refreshing cup of tea or coffee. They're not just delicious; they also look beautiful with their inviting, pale golden hue topped with a sprinkle of lime sugar. And the best part? They can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to spend more moments enjoying the company of your loved ones.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible Lime Sugar Cookies that are sure to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire!

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