Description
These Easy Lime Jello Sugar Cookies offer a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies with a zesty lime flavor from lime Jello powder, topped with a creamy lime-infused frosting. Soft, flavorful, and perfect for parties or a refreshing dessert.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 (3 oz) box lime Jello powder (reserve 1 tbsp for frosting)
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Frosting
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp lime Jello powder (reserved from box)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a stand mixer, beat together the softened butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add Lime Jello Powder and Eggs: Incorporate the lime Jello powder into the butter mixture, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, ensuring these ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients in the mixer, blending thoroughly until the dough forms evenly with no streaks of flour.
- Form and Coat Cookies: Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough into balls. Roll each ball in the 1/4 cup granulated sugar to coat completely. Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Flatten each slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Once done, remove the cookies and let them cool completely on the baking sheet to firm up.
- Prepare Lime Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and reserved 1 tablespoon of lime Jello powder until the frosting is smooth and creamy, adjusting milk as needed for spreadable consistency.
- Frost and Serve: Spread the lime frosting over the cooled cookies evenly. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Ensure the cookies are fully cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- You can adjust the amount of milk in the frosting to achieve your preferred consistency.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For a stronger lime flavor, you may add a little lime zest to the dough.
