Description
Indulge in the delightful harmony of Fresh Mint and Lime Shortbread Cookies, where zesty lime meets aromatic mint for a refreshing treat. Perfect for summer gatherings, tea parties, or simply as a sweet snack at home, these cookies boast a buttery texture paired with vibrant flavors that will leave you craving more. With their unique twist on traditional shortbread, they are easy to make and serve as a charming addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp lime zest
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- In one bowl, mix together flour and salt. Set aside.
- Combine mint leaves and granulated sugar in another bowl; mix well to release mint flavor.
- In your Kitchen Aid mixer, cream together softened butter, powdered sugar, lime zest, and mint-sugar mixture until smooth.
- Gradually add lime juice and the flour mixture until combined into a dough.
- Shape the dough into a log or disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut into desired shapes.
- Bake for 14-16 minutes until edges are golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg