yield ABOUT 30 COOKIES prep time 20 MINUTES cook time 18 MINUTES additional time 30 MINUTES total time 1 HOUR 8 MINUTES
INGREDIENTS
2 & 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon Key lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
1 & 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon Key lime juice
1/2 cup (55g) confectioners’ sugar, sifted
INSTRUCTIONS
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, zest, and salt. Set aside.
Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in the lime juice.
Reduce mixer speed to low. Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°. Line baking sheets with silicone liners or parchment paper. Place the confectioners’ sugar in a small bowl.
Using a tablespoonful of dough at a time, roll chilled cookie dough into balls. Then roll each in confectioners’ sugar, making sure to coat thoroughly.
Place cookies on the prepared pans, leaving about 2 inches between the cookies. Bake 15 to 18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
Cool the cookies on the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.