Key Lime Bites Recipe

Name: Key Lime Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; ¼ cup powdered sugar; 2 teaspoons key lime juice; 2 teaspoons grated key lime peel; 2 cups all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup chopped macadamia nuts; 2 cups powdered sugar; ¼ cup key lime juice; 1 teaspoon grated key lime peel

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
¼ cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons key lime juice
2 teaspoons grated key lime peel
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped macadamia nuts
2 cups powdered sugar
¼ cup key lime juice
1 teaspoon grated key lime peel

1
In a large bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2
Beat in lime juice and peel.
3
Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
4
Stir in nuts.
5
Shape into 1-inch balls.
6
Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly.
7
Bake at 400 for 8-10 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned.
8
Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
9
In a small bowl, combine the icing ingredients.
10
Dip cookies in icing; allow excess to drip off.
11
Place on a wire rack; let stand until set.
12
Store in airtight container.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, ¼ cup powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons key lime juice, 2 teaspoons grated key lime peel, and more.

Yes, Key Lime Bites falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Key Lime Bites

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