Description
Coconut Key Lime Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with tropical flavors. They combine the tanginess of key lime with sweet coconut, making them a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2¼ cups (270 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (113 g) butter, room temperature
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (60 g) sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp key lime zest
- ¼ cup (59 ml) key lime juice
- 1 tsp coconut extract
- ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and shredded coconut until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Mix in key lime zest, key lime juice, and coconut extract.
- On low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
- Place powdered sugar in a small bowl. Scoop dough into balls (about 1½–1¾ tablespoons each), roll in powdered sugar, and place on baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until cookies are puffy and edges are set.
- Cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Do not overbake; cookies should stay soft inside.
- Fresh key lime juice gives the best flavor, but bottled can be used if needed.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Protein: 2 g
Keywords: Coconut Key Lime Crinkle Cookies, cookies, dessert, key lime, coconut