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Key Lime Cookies Recipe

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These Key Lime Cookies are a delightful almond flour-based treat that combines the zesty freshness of key lime with the subtle sweetness of maple syrup and powdered coconut sugar glaze. Moist, tender, and lightly tangy, they are perfect for those looking for a gluten-free, naturally sweetened dessert with a tropical twist.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 2 cups Almond Flour
  • 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Coconut Oil
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice (from 2 key limes)
  • 2 teaspoons Lime Zest (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup Powdered Coconut Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix dry and wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, almond extract, and lime zest if using.
  3. Form the dough: Stir the mixture with a rubber spatula. When the mixture looks dry, use your hands to squeeze the ingredients together into a dough ball. If the dough is too dry, add a bit more lime juice until it forms a soft, rollable dough; if too wet, add more almond flour.
  4. Shape the cookies: Divide the dough into 9 equal portions. Lightly oil your hands and roll each portion into a ball.
  5. Prepare for baking: Place cookie dough balls on the prepared sheet about an inch apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers to shape.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until the edges are slightly golden brown.
  7. Cool cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare glaze: In a bowl, mix powdered coconut sugar, lime juice, and vanilla extract until you get a thick, smooth consistency. Adjust thickness by adding more powdered sugar if too thin.
  9. Glaze the cookies: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies to add sweetness and enhance lime flavor. Optionally, sprinkle lime zest on top for decoration and extra zing.

Notes

  • Use fresh key limes for authentic flavor and zest for extra lime aroma.
  • The cookie dough texture should be soft but manageable; adjust liquids accordingly.
  • Glazing is essential to add sweetness, as the cookies alone are tart and lightly sweet.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Almond flour provides a gluten-free base but may make cookies delicate, handle carefully.

Keywords: Key lime cookies, almond flour cookies, gluten free cookies, lime dessert, citrus cookies, maple syrup sweetened, coconut sugar glaze

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