Ingredients:
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
- 1 large egg (50g)
- 2 tsp (10ml) coconut extract
- 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp (6g) fresh lime zest
- 2 ¾ cups (340g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp (5g) baking powder
- ½ tsp (3g) salt
- ½ cup (40g) sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp (15ml) heavy coconut cream
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (20g) toasted shredded coconut
- Fresh lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
- Beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar together on medium-high speed for 3-5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Add the egg, coconut extract, lime juice, and lime zest. Beat on medium speed until fully combined and smooth.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined, then fold in the shredded coconut by hand.
- Scoop the dough into 1.5-inch balls, place them on a tray, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place chilled dough balls on parchment-lined sheets 2 inches apart and bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but tops remain pale.
- Beat the frosting butter until smooth, gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in lime juice, coconut cream, and vanilla. Whip on high for 2 minutes until airy and stiff peaks form.
- Pipe or spread the frosting onto completely cooled cookies and garnish with toasted shredded coconut and lime wedges.