Description
Light and buttery lime tea cookies with a refreshing citrus flavor, perfect for a delicate springtime treat that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting or glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop small portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a lime glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Avoid overmixing to keep cookies soft and tender.
- Add shredded coconut for a tropical variation.
- Combine lime and lemon zest for a more complex citrus flavor.
- Dip cookies in white chocolate for a richer treat.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
