Cornmeal Lime Cookies
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly tender, these Cornmeal Lime Cookies combine the zesty freshness of lime with the delightful crunch of fine yellow cornmeal for a truly unique treat. Perfectly sweetened and balanced with a hint of buttery richness, these cookies are easy to make in just under 30 minutes. The addition of freshly grated lime zest and juice infuses each bite with citrusy vibrance, while the optional dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance. Whether served as an afternoon snack or a refreshing dessert, these cookies are sure to add a sunny twist to your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Fine yellow cornmeal
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon Lime zest
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 piece Egg, large
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the lime zest, lime juice, and egg to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft, cohesive dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, scoop heaping teaspoons of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each dough ball slightly with the palm of your hand or the back of a spoon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may seem slightly soft but will firm up as they cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2937 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.0 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.5 g | 468% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 1146 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 375.9 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 183.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.9 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 455 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
