Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add 2 eggs, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually add 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the zest of 1 lime and 0.25 cup of finely chopped fresh mint leaves.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough and place them 2 inches apart on the sheets; bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let the cookies sit on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Mix 1 cup of powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon of lime juice to create a glaze and drizzle it over the cooled cookies.
Nutrition
Notes
Using fresh ingredients elevates the flavor; refrigerating dough is crucial for texture.
