Lime Sandwich Sugar Cookies

Lime sandwich sugar cookies are a popular treat during the holiday season and are often enjoyed with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Lime Sandwich Sugar Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking Powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the egg, lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. Slice the dough logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, spread powdered sugar on the bottom side of half the cookies and sandwich them together with the remaining cookies.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 15g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.