Key Lime Cookies

These Key Lime Cookies are a citrusy twist on classic cookies that are delightfully tangy and sweet. The zesty flavor of key limes combined with the buttery cookie base results in a delicious treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons key lime zest
• 2 tablespoons key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• teaspoon baking powder
• teaspoon salt
• Green food coloring optional
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the key lime zest, key lime juice, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined

If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring to achieve the desired shade

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls

Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them

Use a fork to flatten each cookie slightly and create a crisscross pattern on top

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden

Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a finishing touch