Prepare to transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked Mexican paradise with these irresistible Coconut Lime Mexican Wedding Cookies! Imagine a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookie that combines the rich, buttery texture of traditional wedding cookies with a bright, zesty lime kick and tropical coconut crunch. These aren't just cookies - they're a flavor vacation that will have your friends and family begging for the recipe. Whether you're looking to impress at a party or simply treat yourself to a little culinary escape, these cookies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and lime zest to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and shredded coconut.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough should be slightly crumbly but hold together when pressed.
- Use your hands to roll the dough into small 1-inch balls, placing them about
- 5 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are very lightly golden and the bottoms are pale golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- While still warm, gently roll each cookie in the remaining 1/4 cup of powdered sugar, coating completely.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, you can roll them in powdered sugar a second time for a more generous coating.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this is key to achieving the perfect cookie texture.
- Use fresh lime zest for the most vibrant citrus flavor. Roll the lime on the counter before zesting to release more oils.
- Don't overmix the dough - mix just until the ingredients are combined to keep the cookies tender.
- Use a light touch when rolling the cookies in powdered sugar. Do the first coating while they're still warm, and a second coating once completely cooled for extra sweetness.
- For uniform cookies, use a small cookie scoop or weigh each ball of dough to ensure consistent size and baking time.
- Let the cookies cool slightly before the first powdered sugar coating to help the sugar stick better.
- Store in a single layer to prevent the cookies from sticking together and maintaining their delicate powdered sugar coating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 20mg
