Lime Crescents

Delightfully buttery and bursting with vibrant citrus, Lime Crescents are the perfect treat for cookie lovers seeking something light and refreshing. These melt-in-your-mouth crescent-shaped cookies feature a soft, crumbly texture infused with real lime zest and juice, adding a tangy twist to every bite. Each crescent is dusted with a delicate coating of powdered sugar, balancing the citrusy zing with a touch of sweetness. With only 15 minutes of prep time, these elegant cookies are ideal for casual snacking, holiday platters, or afternoon tea. Simple yet packed with flavor, Lime Crescents bring a bright citrus flair to your dessert repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 226 grams Unsalted butter
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons Lime zest
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 240 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 pinch Salt
• 100 grams Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract, lime zest, and lime juice to the butter-sugar mixture, and continue to mix until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Take small portions of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into a small log shape. Curve each log into a crescent shape and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 cm (1 inch) of space between each cookie.

Step 7

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the crescents just begin to turn golden. Do not overbake.

Step 8

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet.

Step 9

While the cookies are still warm, gently coat them in powdered sugar. You can sift the powdered sugar over the cookies for a gentler coating if desired.

Step 10

Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(655.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3123.4

Total Fat 196.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 500.4mg	0%
Sodium 179.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 337.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 149.6g
Protein 26.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.7mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 365.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 41.9%