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Flavorful Key Lime Pie Sugar Cookies Easy Zesty Citrus Twist Recipe

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Bright, tangy sugar cookies inspired by key lime pie, featuring fresh lime zest and juice with a touch of cream cheese for a tender, zesty treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp fresh key lime juice (or regular lime juice)
  • 1 tbsp key lime zest, finely grated
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Coarse sugar or sanding sugar for sprinkling on top (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat ¾ cup (170 g) softened unsalted butter with 4 oz (115 g) softened cream cheese until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gradually add 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar to the butter-cream cheese mixture, beating until well combined and creamy, around 2 minutes.
  5. Beat in 1 large room temperature egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  6. Stir in 1 tbsp finely grated key lime zest and 2 tbsp fresh key lime juice.
  7. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons and roll into balls. Place about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  10. If desired, sprinkle the tops lightly with coarse sugar for extra sparkle and crunch.
  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just turning golden and the centers look set but soft.
  12. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and maintain a soft, chewy texture. Use fresh lime zest for best flavor and avoid the white pith to prevent bitterness. Do not overbake; cookies should look slightly underdone when removed and will firm up as they cool. Coarse sugar topping adds a nice crunch contrast.

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Keywords: key lime pie, sugar cookies, lime zest, lime juice, citrus cookies, cream cheese cookies, easy cookies, summer cookies, zesty cookies

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