Key Lime Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Escape to paradise with these tangy, melt-in-your-mouth Key Lime Shortbread Cookies! A delightful twist on a classic, these cookies from Land O'Lakes are surprisingly not too sweet, offering the perfect balance of tart and buttery goodness. Get ready for a taste of sunshine in every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 146 mins
Calories 42.3 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Key Lime Shortbread Cookies

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How to Make Key Lime Shortbread Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the key lime zest and extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

7g

Carbs

1g