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Key Lime Pie Cookies: The Ultimate Tropical Citrus Cookie

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Key Lime Pie Cookies are soft, chewy bakery-style cookies inspired by the classic Florida dessert. Made with fresh key lime juice, lime zest, and graham cracker crumbs, they deliver the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and buttery flavors.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons key lime zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh key lime juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and graham cracker crumbs.
  4. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time and mix thoroughly.
  6. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  7. Mix in key lime zest and fresh key lime juice.
  8. Gradually add dry ingredients until combined.
  9. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  11. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes.
  12. Transfer to wire racks and cool completely.
  13. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use fresh key limes whenever possible for authentic flavor.
  • Do not skip the lime zest because it contains concentrated citrus oils.
  • Do not overbake if you want soft and chewy cookies.
  • Fresh graham cracker crumbs provide the best pie-crust flavor.
  • Chill dough if it becomes too soft.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container.
  • Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
  • Cream cheese frosting makes a delicious topping.
  • Toasted coconut creates a wonderful tropical variation.
  • Perfect for summer parties, holidays, and tropical-themed celebrations.

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