Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened Ensure at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon key lime juice Fresh key lime juice preferred
- Zest of 1 key lime Use fresh key lime for better flavor
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
- 1/2 cup sourdough starter Adds moisture and flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- pinch salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Method
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the ricotta cheese, sugar, and butter until smooth.
- Mix in the key lime juice and zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, sourdough starter, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgSugar: 5g
Notes
These cookies are excellent for sharing and can be served with tea or coffee. For added flair, drizzle a key lime glaze on top or garnish with a slice of lime.
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