Description
A soft, citrus-infused cookie topped with a tart lime buttercream frosting, mimicking the flavors of a classic Key Lime Pie.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (for frosting)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, and lime zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
- Cool the cookies completely on a wire rack.
- Beat the frosting butter and powdered sugar, then stir in lime juice and heavy cream until smooth.
- Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cookies using a star tip.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American