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Key Lime Cooler Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these tangy and sweet Key Lime Cooler Cookies, featuring a soft, crumbly texture infused with fresh key lime juice and zest. Perfectly dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies offer a refreshing citrus twist ideal for summer gatherings or any time you crave a zesty treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 sticks unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (divided)
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/4 cup fresh key lime juice (regular lime juice is ok)
  • 1 tablespoon key lime zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure the cookies don’t stick and bake evenly.
  2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside this mixture for later use.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and 1 cup of powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes using a mixer.
  4. Add Lime and Egg Yolk: On low mixer speed, incorporate the egg yolk, fresh key lime juice, and key lime zest into the creamed butter mixture until fully combined.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually mix in the flour mixture at low speed just until combined. The dough will appear crumbly at this point.
  6. Knead Dough: Using your hands, gently knead the dough until it forms a cohesive ball.
  7. Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch diameter balls and place them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake: Bake the cookies at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes, checking after 15 minutes to avoid overbaking. The cookies are done when lightly golden brown around the edges.
  9. Coat With Sugar: While still warm, roll each cookie in the remaining 2 cups of powdered sugar until fully coated. Place the coated cookies back on the baking sheet to cool completely.
  10. Final Touch: Once cooled, sift additional powdered sugar over the cookies before storing to keep their signature sweet dusting. Enjoy your refreshing Key Lime Cooler Cookies!

Notes

  • Use fresh key limes and zest for the most authentic and vibrant flavor, though regular lime juice works as a substitute.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for smooth creaming and dough texture.
  • Check cookies early to prevent overbaking as oven temperatures may vary.
  • Rolling cookies in powdered sugar while warm helps the sugar adhere better for a beautiful coating.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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