Lime Refrigerator Cookies

July 08, 2013

My mom made refrigerator cookies a lot. The dough could be prepared in advance, then was wrapped in waxed paper and rolled into a log shape, finally it was kept in the frig until you were ready to make cookies. You could make all or just a few depending on your needs. This recipe is updated with the addition of lime juice and zest but really you could substitute lemon or orange for the lime if desired. These cookies are made without eggs so they are perfect for anyone with an egg allergy. I made

For Cookies
3 sticks(1 1/2 cups) butter softened
1/2 cup sugar
4 tbsp grated lime zest
4 tbsp lime juice
3 cups flour

For Glaze
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3 tbsp lime juice
zest of 2 limes

In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the lime juice and zest, beat to combine. Add the flour and mix on the low setting until flour is just combined,...
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Nutritions

Calories
226

Sodium
2mg
0% DV

Fat
16g
26% DV

Protein
1g
2% DV

Carbs
16g
5% DV

Fiber
0.6000000000000001g
2% DV

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