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Key Lime Pie Cookies: The Best Soft Citrus Dessert Recipe

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Key Lime Pie Cookies are soft bakery-style cookies inspired by the famous Florida dessert. Made with fresh Key lime juice, aromatic lime zest, and graham cracker crumbs, these cookies deliver the perfect combination of sweet, tart, and buttery flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Key lime zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh Key lime juice
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (optional frosting)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (optional frosting)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time and mix thoroughly.
  6. Add vanilla extract.
  7. Mix in Key lime zest and fresh Key lime juice.
  8. Stir in graham cracker crumbs.
  9. Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  10. Scoop cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets.
  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  12. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  13. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
  14. If desired, prepare frosting and spread over cooled cookies.
  15. Garnish with additional lime zest and graham cracker crumbs before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh Key limes whenever possible.
  • Zest the limes before juicing them.
  • Do not overbake to maintain soft centers.
  • Graham cracker crumbs help recreate authentic pie crust flavor.
  • Room-temperature ingredients blend more smoothly.
  • Chill dough if it becomes too soft to handle.
  • Store frosted cookies in the refrigerator.
  • Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
  • Regular limes may be substituted if necessary.
  • Add shredded coconut for a tropical variation.

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