Description
Coconut Key Lime Crinkle Cookies are the perfect tropical treat to brighten your day! These soft, chewy cookies blend the refreshing zing of key lime with the sweet essence of coconut, creating a delightful flavor explosion. With their beautiful crinkled tops and dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies not only taste amazing but also look impressive. Whether for a summer gathering or an indulgent solo snack, these cookies are bound to bring sunshine into your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 2 tbsp key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and coconut flakes.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and key lime juice until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets; roll each ball in powdered sugar before placing them on the sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg