kEY lIME tHUMBPRINT COOKIES

​Key Lime Thumbprint Cookies: A Tangy Twist on a Classic Treat.

If you're a fan of citrusy desserts, you'll love these Key Lime Thumbprint Cookies! Combining the buttery goodness of a classic thumbprint cookie with the zesty brightness of key lime, these treats are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a gathering or just looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cookies are sure to impress.
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Why Key Lime?Key limes are smaller, sweeter, and more aromatic than regular limes, making them the star of this cookie recipe. Their unique flavor adds a refreshing twist that’s perfect for brightening up your dessert table. Plus, the vibrant green hue and delightful tang make these cookies visually appealing as well!

Key Lime Thumbprint Cookies​
Ingredients

• 1 cup/250 mL unsalted sweet cream butter
• 2/3 cup/160 mL light brown sugar
• 1 tsp/5 mL Watkins All Natural Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla®
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2 1/4 cups/560 mL all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp/2.5 mL salt

Lime Filling:

• 1 cup/250 mL premium white chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup/125 mL sweetened condensed milk
• 1 1/2 tsp/7.5 mL pure lime extract

Directions
Beat butter until creamed. Add brown sugar and beat until fluffy. Stir in vanilla and egg yolk until well-combined. Add flour and salt gradually. Chill dough for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C and line cookie sheets with parchment paper. Roll cookie dough into approximately 1-inch/2.5-cm balls and use thumb to indent center. Space cookies at least 1-inch/2.5-cm apart. Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes and cool completely on pan.
Lime Filling: in small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine white chocolate chips and condensed milk. Stir frequently until chocolate is melted and ingredients are well-combined. Mix in lime extract. Spoon filling into thumbprints of cookies; decorate with Watkins Sprinkles and Sugars. Allow to cool completely before serving.

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