Ingredients for Lime Zingers
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- Granulated Sugar
- Zest of 2 large limes
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Brazil Nuts
- Cream Cheese
- Powdered Sugar
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How to Make Lime Zingers
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 30 seconds with an electric mixer).
- Beat in the lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the nuts (if using) until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll each half of the dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Use 1-2 inch cookie cutters to cut out the dough. Reroll scraps as needed.
- Place cutouts onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, lime juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Add green food coloring (if desired) and adjust consistency with additional powdered sugar until it's spreadable.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, frost them generously.
- Store frosted cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
12g
Fat
12g
Carbs
2g
