Description
These Glazed Coconut Lime Cookies are a tropical twist on a classic treat. The combination of zesty lime and sweet coconut makes for a refreshing and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dough: In a medium bowl, mix the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugars, then add egg, vanilla, lime juice, and zest. Gradually add dry ingredients and fold in coconut.
- Bake the Cookies: Scoop dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- Make the Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, lime juice, and zest. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the shredded coconut before adding it to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
