These Coconut Lime Snowball Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional Christmas cookies. With a refreshing lime flavor and a hint of coconut, they make for a perfect festive treat.
This recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it easy to whip up a batch for holiday gatherings or to share with friends and family.
Delicious Coconut Lime Snowball Cookies
These cookies are soft, buttery, and coated in powdered sugar, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The combination of coconut and lime adds a unique flavor profile that sets them apart from typical Christmas cookies. This recipe yields about 24 cookies and takes approximately 30 minutes to prepare and bake.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract, lime zest, and lime juice until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, shredded coconut, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: While still warm, roll the cookies in powdered sugar to coat them. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
