Imagine biting into a cookie that transports you to a tropical paradise with every single crumb! These White Chocolate Chip Key Lime Cookies are not just another sweet treat - they're a flavor explosion that combines the creamy richness of white chocolate with the tangy, bright essence of key lime. Perfect for summer gatherings, afternoon tea, or when you simply want to escape the ordinary, these cookies promise to be your new obsession that will have everyone begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon key lime zest
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the large egg to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Mix in the fresh key lime juice and key lime zest, stirring until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda to ensure even distribution of the leavening agent.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the white chocolate chips using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- • Make sure your butter is softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture • Use fresh key lime juice and zest for the most vibrant citrus flavor • Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough cookies • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, chewier cookies • Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking • Let cookies cool completely to allow white chocolate chips to set • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness • For extra zesty flavor, sprinkle some additional key lime zest on top of cookies right after baking
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
