LIME SHORTBREAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES
This fresh, sweet-tart cookie also works with dried cranberries and orange zest. I freeze the dough for up to a month. -Abigail Bostwick, Tomahawk, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until blended. Beat in lime zest and extracts. In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in cherries., Divide dough in half; shape each into a 7-in.-long roll. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate 3-4 hours or until firm. , Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 9-11 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Freeze option: Place wrapped logs in resealable plastic freezer bag; freeze. To use, unwrap frozen logs and cut into slices. If necessary, let dough stand a few minutes at room temperature before cutting. Bake as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
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Taj M Zazai
m-taj@aol.comThese cookies were a bit dry. I think I would have added a little more butter to the dough. Other than that, they were delicious.
Shafiq Noshai
n.s49@yahoo.comThese cookies were a little too tart for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with less lime juice. Other than that, they were delicious.
Mer Iem
iem-mer@gmail.comI'm not usually a fan of shortbread cookies, but these are an exception. The lime and cherries add a nice twist to the classic recipe. I will definitely be making these again.
Nabila Khan
nkhan60@hotmail.comThese cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The lime flavor is not overpowering, and the cherries add a nice chewy texture. I will definitely be making these again.
Brandy Frantz
f_brandy20@gmail.comI love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the cookies turn out perfect every time. The lime and cherries add a nice touch of flavor.
Wanjusi Philip
pwanjusi89@yahoo.comThese cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! The lime and cherries give them a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making these again.
CorgiKingeating RamenBoi
r-c@gmail.comI was skeptical about the combination of lime and cherries, but I was pleasantly surprised! The cookies are delicious and have a great texture. I will definitely be making these again.
Carson Grey
c90@hotmail.frThese cookies were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the bright citrus flavor. I will definitely be making them again for my next get-together.
Saliya Manoj
m52@gmail.comI love the unique flavor of these cookies. The lime and cherries complement each other so well. I also like that the recipe is easy to follow and doesn't require any special ingredients.
BERIL AMONDI
beril_a48@gmail.comThese lime shortbread cookies with dried cherries are a delightful treat! The combination of tangy lime and sweet cherries is perfectly balanced, and the shortbread crust is buttery and crumbly. I'll definitely be making these again.