Description
Key Lime Pie Summer Cookies are a blissful bite of summer, combining zesty lime and creamy sweetness in every chewy morsel. With a hint of graham cracker crunch, these cookies evoke memories of sun-soaked beach days and lazy afternoons. Perfect for casual gatherings or as a delightful treat at home, they are quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests with their vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lime zest, and lime juice until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; fold in graham cracker crumbs and white chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool on wire racks before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg