Zesty Lime Almond Bliss Shortbread Cookies with White Chocolate Drizzle
Elevate your dessert game with these delightful Zesty Lime Almond Bliss Shortbread Cookies. Infused with the bright zest of lime, these buttery cookies offer a perfect blend of sweetness and citrus tang. Topped with luxurious white chocolate and crunchy toasted almonds, they make for an irresistible treat that's perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own. Ideal for gatherings, holidays, or simply as a special snack, these cookies are sure to impress with their visually stunning presentation and delicious flavor combination.
24
Servings
20
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (sifted)
powdered sugar
1/2 cup (sifted)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
unsalted butter
1 cup (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
lime peel
3 tablespoons (finely grated, divided)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
white chocolate
3.5 ounces (high quality, chopped)
almonds
1/2 cup (toasted and chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan gracefully with butter.
2
In a food processor, combine the sifted all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Pulse to mix well.
3
Add the cold butter cubes, 2 tablespoons of the finely grated lime peel, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Pulse just until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs and starts to clump together.
4
Evenly press the dough into the prepared baking pan to create a flat, smooth surface. Use a fork to pierce the dough all over to ensure even baking.
5
With a sharp knife, cut the dough into 1-inch squares, ensuring you cut all the way through. Then, cut each square diagonally to form 24 triangles.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the center feels firm. Remove from the oven and recut the cookies immediately while they are still warm, separating the triangles gently.
7
Allow the shortbread to cool in the pan on a wire rack.
8
In a small metal bowl, place the chopped white chocolate. Set the bowl over a small saucepan filled with gently simmering water, stirring constantly until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
9
Remove the bowl from the heat. Using a fork, drizzle the melted white chocolate in a zigzag pattern over the cooled shortbread cookies.
10
Sprinkle the toasted almonds and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lime peel evenly over the chocolate. Let stand until the chocolate sets, approximately 1 hour.
11
Once set, cut any remaining connections between the cookies and enjoy your zesty lime almond bliss shortbread cookies!
Nutrition Information
0.21g
Protein
6.25mg
Sodium
2.5mg
Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Zesty Lime Almond Bliss Shortbread Cookies with White Chocolate Drizzle.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 24 servings or cookie triangles.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (163 degrees Celsius).
What type of baking pan should I use?
You should use a 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan gracefully greased with butter.
What are the primary dry ingredients?
The dry ingredients include 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of sifted powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How should the butter be prepared for the dough?
The butter should be unsalted, cold, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
How much lime peel is required?
A total of 3 tablespoons of finely grated lime peel is used, divided between the dough and the topping.
Is there vanilla in these cookies?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract added to the dough.
What equipment is best for mixing the dough?
A food processor is recommended to pulse the ingredients until they resemble coarse crumbs.
How do I ensure the shortbread bakes evenly?
Press the dough evenly into the pan and use a fork to pierce the surface all over before baking.
How do I cut the shortbread into triangles?
Cut the dough into 1-inch squares first, then cut each square diagonally to form triangles.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake for about 45 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center is firm.
Should I wait for the cookies to cool before cutting them again?
No, you should recut the cookies immediately while they are still warm to separate the triangles gently.
Where should the shortbread cool?
Allow the shortbread to cool directly in the pan placed on a wire rack.
How do I melt the white chocolate for the drizzle?
Place the chopped white chocolate in a metal bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water, stirring until smooth.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 20 calories.
How much white chocolate is needed?
The recipe requires 3.5 ounces of high-quality chopped white chocolate.
What kind of almonds are used as a topping?
Use 1/2 cup of toasted and chopped almonds.
How is the white chocolate applied?
Using a fork, drizzle the melted white chocolate in a zigzag pattern over the cooled cookies.
When do I add the toasted almonds and lime zest topping?
Sprinkle the almonds and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lime peel over the cookies immediately after drizzling the white chocolate.
How long does it take for the chocolate to set?
It takes approximately 1 hour for the white chocolate drizzle to set completely.
Is there any protein in these cookies?
Each serving provides about 0.21 grams of protein.
What is the sodium content?
There is 6.25mg of sodium per serving.
How much cholesterol is in one serving?
Each cookie contains 2.5mg of cholesterol.
What is the total number of ingredients?
The recipe consists of 8 main ingredients.
What categories does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
What are some tags for this recipe?
Tags include lime dessert, shortbread cookies, white chocolate, and holiday treats.
Does this recipe use granulated sugar?
No, it specifically uses sifted powdered sugar for a classic shortbread texture.
Should the lime peel be finely grated?
Yes, the lime peel should be finely grated to distribute flavor evenly throughout the cookies and topping.
What is the final step before serving?
Once the chocolate is set, cut any remaining connections between the triangles and enjoy.