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Key Lime Cookies

Delicious Key Lime Cookies for a Refreshing Summer Treat

Enjoy refreshing Key Lime Cookies that are gluten-free, nut-free, and eggless, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 38 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Use a blend with xanthan gum for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps the cookies to rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances the sweetness of the cookies.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter or Vegan Baking Stick Adds richness; use vegan for dairy-free.
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 0.5 cups Sweetened Condensed Milk or Sweetened Condensed Coconut Milk For creaminess; use coconut for vegan.
  • 4 zests Key Lime Zest From about 4 limes.
  • 8 tablespoons Key Lime Juice Fresh juice is crucial for authenticity.
For the Crunch
  • 0.75 cups Gluten-Free Graham Crackers Chopped into small pieces.
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Chunks For topping.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese Glaze Drizzle on top for a sweet finish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by zesting and juicing 8 key limes into a bowl, ensuring you capture their vibrant essence.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups of gluten-free flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of kosher salt; whisk until well combined.
  3. Cream 0.5 cup of butter with 1 cup of sugar using an electric mixer for about 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in 0.5 cup of sweetened condensed milk, along with lime zest and juice until smooth.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, then fold in chopped graham crackers.
  6. Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
  7. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C); scoop, roll, and flatten dough into discs, rolling in key lime sugar.
  8. Bake on a lined baking sheet for about 8 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool on a rack, then drizzle with glaze and sprinkle graham cracker chunks before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough to maintain shape while baking. Use fresh lime juice for the best taste. Avoid overmixing for chewy cookies.

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