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Lime Sugar Cookies

Soft and chewy sugar cookies infused with fresh lime zest and juice for a bright, citrusy twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg large
  • 2 tbsp lime juice fresh
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract; mix well.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients.
  6. Roll dough into balls and coat with lime sugar if desired.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set.
  8. Cool on wire rack before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a lime glaze on top after baking.