Coconut Key Lime Crinkle Cookies Recipe
These Coconut Key Lime Crinkle Cookies are a delightful tropical twist on the classic crinkle cookie. The combination of sweet coconut, tangy key lime, and a dusting of powdered sugar make these cookies a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour ((stir, spoon, & level))
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp key lime zest
- 1/4 cup key lime juice
- 1 tsp coconut extract
Coating:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and shredded coconut until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in key lime zest, juice, and coconut extract.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: On low speed, gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until just combined. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
- Coat and Bake: Roll spoonfuls of dough into balls, coat in powdered sugar, and place on baking sheets. Bake for 9-11 minutes until cookies are puffy and edges are firm. Cool on a wire rack before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- For a stronger coconut flavor, use coconut sugar in place of granulated sugar.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of key lime zest and juice to suit your preference for tartness.
- These cookies also freeze well, so you can make a batch ahead of time and store them for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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