Description
Soft, chewy cookies embracing the tanginess of key lime and the tropical allure of coconut, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened, shredded coconut
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup key lime juice
- 1 lime (zest divided)
- 2 tsp coconut extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, key lime juice, lime zest, and coconut extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Combine the flour mixture into the wet ingredients gradually.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- Coat each ball in powdered sugar until fully covered.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set, with the center remaining soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute eggs with flax eggs. Use fresh key lime juice for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: cookies, key lime, coconut, dessert, baking, summer treats