Mint Lime Sugar Cookies (Mojito Cookies)
Make these Mint Lime Sugar Cookies for a quick citrus treat. Fresh lime and mint bring the flavor of a mojito without any alcohol.These cookies fit vegetarian diets.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted buttersoftened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 1/2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
- 3 tbsp granulated sugarfor rolling
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with the sugar until light.
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Mix in the egg until smooth.
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Add the lime zest and chopped mint, then stir to combine.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each ball in the sugar.
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Place on the baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
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Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the edges are lightly set. (in 2 batches if necessary for the size of your oven)
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Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then move to a rack.
Notes
Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–4 days.
To freeze: place baked cookies in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months.
Thaw at room temperature.To reheat: warm in the oven for 2–3 minutes at 300°F if you want them soft again.
Nutrition
Per serving (2 cookies)
- Calories
- 559 kcal
- Carbs
- 85 g
- Protein
- 7 g
- Fat
- 21 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
- Sugar
- 42 g
- Sodium
- 357 mg
Recipe by Deborah Green
Recipe from https://dishfullofmemories.com/mint-lime-sugar-cookies/