A tender, tangy shortbread cookie that will melt in your mouth.

Key Lime Cookies

Cookie:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon fresh Key lime juice
2 to 3 teaspoons freshly grated Key lime zest

 

Glaze:

1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon freshly grated Key lime zest
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh Key lime juice

1. For Cookies: In a medium bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar and cornstarch; set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter at medium speed until creamy. Reduce speed to low and beat in flour mixture, lime juice and zest, beating until well combined.
3. On a lightly floured surface, form dough into 2 (10-inch) logs and wrap each log in plastic wrap; refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. Cut into dough into1/4-inch slices. Place slices 1-inch apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
6. Bake cookies until edges are lightly browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. Cool completely before glazing.
7. For Glaze: In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar and lime zest. Gradually stir in enough lime juice for desired consistency. Spread or brush glaze on top of cookies. Let stand until glaze is hardened.

Makes 6 1/2 dozen cookies.

Cook's Tip: Key limes not available? No problem substitute with other limes...or even lemons.