Key Lime Pie Cookies

This recipe was one of my best sellers at farmers markets.
Perfect for wanting a refreshing cookie in summer.!
You can substitute lemon for lime for personal preference.

Ingredients(Makes about 24 cookies)
1 cup salted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Zest of 2 limes
2 ยฝ cups all-purpose flour
ยฝ teaspoon baking soda

Optional: little green food coloring for extra green color

optional: 6 Graham crackers

Instructions
1. Heat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2โ€“3 minutes).
3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lime juice, and lime zest until fully combined.
Optional: Mix little bit lime zest, teaspoon of melted butter, and crushed Graham crackers to make a crumbly dry mixture to dip your cookies in
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Donโ€™t overmix.
6. Scoop 1 tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and if desired, roll each ball in Graham cracker mix crumbs.
7. Place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake 9โ€“11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8.Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for Extra Flavor
For a stronger citrus punch, add ยฝ teaspoon lime extract. Drizzle cooled cookies with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and lime juice. Swap half the lime zest for lemon zest for a two-citrus twist.


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