Lime Sugar Cookies with Lime Glaze Recipe
These Lime Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies, infused with fresh lime zest and juice for a bright, citrusy flavor. Soft yet slightly crisp on the edges, these cookies are perfect for anytime snacking or special occasions. Optional lime glaze adds a tangy sweetness that complements the zesty cookie base beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar, plus extra for coating
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lime
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1-2 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Glaze (Optional)
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ to ⅓ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and sugar for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add Leavening Agents and Salt: Mix in the baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt until well combined.
- Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully blended.
- Add Lime Zest and Juice: Zest the lime and add the zest to the dough. Then squeeze the juice from the lime and add it as well, mixing thoroughly.
- Add Flour and Food Coloring: Gradually mix in the flour and optional green food coloring until the dough comes together evenly.
- Chill the Dough: Place the dough into an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours to firm up.
- Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Roll each ball in sugar until fully coated.
- Bake the Cookies: Arrange the sugar-coated dough balls on a cookie sheet, spacing them apart. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the cookies bake, mix melted butter and lime juice in a bowl. Gradually add powdered sugar, stirring until desired glaze consistency is achieved.
- Glaze and Serve: If desired, brush or drizzle the glaze over the warm cookies. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your bright, citrusy lime sugar cookies!
Notes
- Food coloring is optional; adding green tint visually hints at the lime flavor, but cookies are delicious without it.
- Chilling the dough for 2 hours helps prevent spreading and improves cookie texture.
- The glaze has a strong lime flavor, so use sparingly to complement rather than overpower the cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
