Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh Key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon finely grated Key lime zest
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¾ cup powdered sugar for rolling
- 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh Key lime juice for glaze
- ½ teaspoon finely grated Key lime zest for glaze
- Milk or cream (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Make sure these are thoroughly combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together ½ cup (1 stick) of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in 1 large egg until fully incorporated, then stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh Key lime juice, 1 tablespoon of finely grated Key lime zest, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Fold in ½ cup of unsweetened shredded coconut. Cover the bowl and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- While the dough is chilling, prepare a shallow bowl with ¾ cup of powdered sugar for rolling. Once chilled, scoop the dough using a small cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons) and roll each portion into a smooth ball. Generously roll each dough ball in the powdered sugar, ensuring it’s completely coated. Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on your prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small mixing bowl, sift 1 cup of powdered sugar. Add approximately 2-3 tablespoons of fresh Key lime juice and a generous ½ teaspoon of finely grated Key lime zest. Mix these ingredients together until you achieve a thick, pourable consistency. If the glaze is too thick, add more Key lime juice a teaspoon at a time. If it’s too thin, sift in a little more powdered sugar. Whisk until completely smooth and glossy.
- Once your Coconut Key Lime Crinkle Cookies have cooled completely, drizzle the Key Lime Glaze artfully over each cookie using a spoon or a whisk (or a piping bag). Let the glaze set for at least 15-20 minutes, or until hardened, before stacking or serving.
Notes
Get ready to be transported to a tropical paradise with every bite of these incredible Coconut Key Lime Crinkle Cookies! Imagine a soft, chewy cookie bursting with bright, zesty Key lime flavor, perfectly balanced by the sweet, tropical notes of coconut, all rolled in powdered sugar to create that signature crinkled, snowy appearance. They’re deliciously tangy, wonderfully sweet, and have an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes them truly special. These cookies are a celebration of sunshine and fresh flavors, promising to be a delightful escape from the everyday, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American