Lime Cornmeal Glazed Cookies Recipe

Name: Lime Cornmeal Glazed Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature; 1 cup sugar; 1 large egg; 4 teaspoons lime zest (6 limes); 2 teaspoons orange zest (2 medium oranges); 2 tablespoons lime juice (2 limes); 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup yellow cornmeal, plus more for bottom of glass; Lime Glaze, recipe follows

Servings: persons

1
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes.
2
Add the egg, and beat just until blended.
3
Beat in zests, juice, and almond extract.
4
On low speed, add the flour and cornmeal, and beat until well combined.
5
Remove dough to a piece of plastic wrap.
6
Wrap, and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
7
Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
8
Line 2 baking sheets with silpats (French nonstick baking mats) or parchment paper.
9
Using a 1 1/4-inch ice cream scoop, form balls of dough about 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
10
Flatten balls with the bottom of a glass dipped in cornmeal to 1/4-inch thick.
11
Bake until crisp and light golden brown around the edges, 14 to 16 minutes.
12
Transfer to a wire rack, cool completely.
13
Place a wire rack over a sheet of parchment paper.
14
Spoon a little of the glaze onto each cookie, allowing any excess to drip off the edges.
15
Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.
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3 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
17
8 tablespoons lime juice (6 limes)
18
2 1/2 teaspoons lime zest (3 limes)
19
Place all the ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring until well combined.
20
Use immediately.

860

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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 (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, 1 cup sugar, 1 large egg, 4 teaspoons lime zest (6 limes), and more.

Yes, Lime Cornmeal Glazed Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Lime Cornmeal Glazed Cookies

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