Description
These Coconut Key Lime Crinkle Cookies are a delightful twist on classic crinkle cookies, combining the tropical flavors of coconut and key lime for a refreshing and chewy treat. Perfectly crisp on the edges and soft inside with a zesty lime kick, they’re dusted in powdered sugar for that signature crinkle effect. Easy to prepare and ideal for a crowd, these cookies are a sweet, tangy, and tropical indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (stir, spoon, & level)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup butter (1 stick), soft/room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp key lime zest
- ¼ cup key lime juice
- 1 tsp coconut extract
Finishing
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Cream Butter, Sugar, and Coconut: Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and shredded coconut together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which usually takes a few minutes.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the key lime zest, key lime juice, and coconut extract until everything is well incorporated.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: On low mixer speed, gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined; the dough should be thick and slightly sticky.
- Form and Sugar Coat Cookies: Pour powdered sugar into a small bowl. Using a small cookie scoop (#40 scoop or 1 ½ to 1 ¾ tablespoons), scoop dough balls and roll each ball in the powdered sugar until fully coated. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until they become puffy and the edges feel firm to the touch. Avoid overbaking to maintain their soft center.
- Cool and Store: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for several minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to retain freshness.
Notes
- Be sure to use fresh key lime zest and juice for the best flavor intensity.
- If you don’t have key limes, regular lime juice and zest can be substituted.
- Softened butter is essential for proper creaming and texture.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
- Cookies will keep well for up to one week stored airtight at room temperature.
- For extra coconut flavor and texture, consider toasting the shredded coconut before adding it to the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Coconut Key Lime Cookies, Crinkle Cookies, Tropical Cookies, Lime Dessert, Coconut Dessert
