Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies Recipe

Cool down with these refreshing Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies! Perfect for summer, this recipe offers a delightful twist on a classic. For an extra pop, try tinting half the dough a light green and layering it in your cookie press for a stunning two-toned effect. Easily adapt this recipe by substituting lemon zest for the lime for a zesty variation. Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 23 mins
Calories 1007.9 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies

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How to Make Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lime zest and extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. If desired, divide the dough in half and tint one portion light green with food coloring.
  7. Place dough into a cookie press and pipe onto ungreased baking sheets, creating desired shapes and/or layering green and white dough.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

158g

Fat

194g

Carbs

35g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies?

Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies takes about 43 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 23 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies?

Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies has approximately 1007.9 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 35 g carbohydrates and 95 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies?

The key ingredients for Lime Meltaway Spritz Cookies are Butter, Powdered Sugar, Flour, Cornstarch, Lime Zest, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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