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Key Lime Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy Key Lime Cookies You'll Love

These Key Lime Cookies offer a delightful chewy texture with a refreshing key lime flavor, perfect for everyone to enjoy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Opt for a 1:1 blend with xanthan gum for best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps cookies rise to perfection.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances sweetness while balancing flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter or Vegan Baking Stick Adds richness; substitute with vegan for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and complements key lime tartness.
  • 0.5 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Use coconut milk for a vegan option.
  • 4 pieces Key Limes (zest) Fresh zest infuses vibrant flavor.
  • 8 pieces Key Limes (juice) Fresh juice yields best taste.
  • 0.75 cup Gluten-Free Graham Crackers (chopped) Delivers crunchy texture.
For Topping
  • 0.5 cup Graham Cracker Chunks Provides crunch and flavor on top.
  • 0.5 cup Cream Cheese Glaze Adds sweet, creamy finish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Key Lime Cookies
  1. Zest and juice 8 key limes, and chop ¾ cup of gluten-free graham crackers. Set aside.
  2. Whisk together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and kosher salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream together unsalted butter (or vegan stick) and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually mix in sweetened condensed milk, lime zest, and juice until fully incorporated.
  5. Gently fold in dry mixture, followed by chopped graham crackers.
  6. Refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
  7. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and scoop dough into discs.
  8. Bake cookies for about 8 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  9. Cool cookies on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and top with graham cracker chunks and glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

These cookies are gluten-free, nut-free, and eggless, making them suitable for various dietary needs. Adjust sugar levels to taste and prefer fresh lime juice for better flavor.

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