Stuffed Key Lime Cookies Recipe
The Stuffed Key Lime Cookies Recipe is soft, tangy and filled with creamy goodness. It is perfect for anyone who loves fresh citrus desserts.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
For the Filling:
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lime juice. Stir until smooth and creamy. Chill for 15 minutes.
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line baking tray with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Egg and Flavor
- Add egg, vanilla extract, lime zest and lime juice. Mix until smooth.
Combine Ingredients
- Slowly add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Stir until soft dough forms.
Shape the Dough
- Take small portions of dough. Flatten slightly in your hand.
Add Filling
- Place a small amount of cream cheese filling in the center. Cover with more dough and seal.
Place on Tray
- Place cookies on tray with space between them. They will spread while baking.
Bake the Cookies
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Cool Before Serving
- Let cookies cool on a rack. This helps the filling set properly.
Serve and Enjoy
- Enjoy your Stuffed Key Lime Cookies Recipe with tea or coffee.
Notes
- Chill dough for easier shaping
- Use fresh lime for best flavor
- Add white chocolate chips for sweetness
- Use lemon instead of lime for variation
- Do not overfill cookies
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving