Soft Chewy Key Lime Delight (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cookies
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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1 large egg
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¾ cup sugar
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¼ cup light brown sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2-3 teaspoons key lime zest
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1¾ cups flour (219g)
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
→ Key Lime Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon key lime juice
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1 tablespoon milk
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¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt (optional)
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½ teaspoon key lime zest
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
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Combine unsalted butter, brown sugar, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer on high speed, cream for 1-2 minutes until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture, beating until fully combined. Mix in the key lime zest.
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Gradually add the flour mixture in three portions, mixing gently after each addition. Continue only until a cohesive dough forms.
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Roll the dough into 1½-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
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Once cookies are completely cooled, whisk together powdered sugar, key lime juice, milk, vanilla, and key lime zest in a small bowl, adjusting liquid or powdered sugar for desired thickness.
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Spread glaze over each cookie using a knife, or dip the tops of the cookies directly into the glaze. Let the icing set before serving.
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Store remaining cookies in an airtight container for 4-5 days.
# Notes:
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Ensure the butter is fully softened for easy creaming and optimal cookie texture.