KEY LIME BITES

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Key limes don't provide much peel, so sometimes I cheat and use regular limes-for the peel only-in these bites. If you can wait, these are even better the next day. -Joni Larsen, Wellington, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons Key lime juice
2 teaspoons grated Key lime zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
ICING:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup Key lime juice
1 teaspoon grated Key lime zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in lime juice and zest. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts., Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly. , Bake 8-10 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine icing ingredients. Dip cookies in icing; allow excess to drip off. Place on a wire rack; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

morat islam
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These were delicious! The perfect combination of tart and sweet.


Nishan Tamang
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I'm not a big fan of key lime pie, but these bites were amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


Usman Bajwa
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These were a bit too tart for my taste, but I added some extra sugar and they were perfect.


amira amira
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I've made these key lime bites several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect easy summer dessert.


Youniss Kwenah
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These were delicious! I used fresh key limes and the flavor was amazing.


Agatha Tetteh
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I'm not a big fan of key lime pie, but I loved these bites. They're the perfect size and not too sweet.


Tou9promo
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These were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them.


_m00nbwrry_
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I love the combination of flavors in these key lime bites. They're the perfect summer dessert.


rod khan
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These were easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely make them again.


Isaiah Bonilla
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I made these for a special occasion and they were a hit. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


AZAMUL AZAMUL
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These were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They're so delicious!


Anastacia Mnisi
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I thought these were just okay. They weren't as flavorful as I expected.


Pedagogy
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These were a bit too tart for my taste, but my friends loved them.


Allie Byers
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I used a gluten-free graham cracker crust and they were still delicious. This recipe is a keeper!


Md Jahid.Shaikh
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These were so easy to make and they turned out amazing! I'll definitely be making them again.


Hasib short gaming
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I made these for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Jolibin Massamba
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These were delicious! I used a pre-made graham cracker crust to save time.


Pan Ei Zin
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I've made these key lime bites several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect combination of tart and sweet.


Shayla Mason
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These key lime bites were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.