How do I make Crumbl Key Lime Pie Cookies taste authentic?

Use fresh lime juice and lime zest for the best flavor. Also, roll the cookie dough in graham cracker crumbs to recreate the classic pie crust texture.

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the cookie dough in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.

Why is my key lime filling too soft?

The filling may be too soft if it has not chilled long enough. Refrigerate the filled cookies for at least one hour to help the filling set properly.

Can I use bottled lime juice instead of fresh?

Yes, you can use bottled lime juice, but fresh lime juice provides a brighter and more natural citrus flavor.

Do Crumbl Key Lime Pie Cookies need to be refrigerated?

Yes, store the cookies in the refrigerator because the filling contains cream cheese. Keep them in an airtight container for up to four days.

Crumbl Key Lime Pie Cookies – Best Copycat Summer Cookie Recipe

Description

Sweet and tangy Crumbl Key Lime Pie Cookies with a graham cracker cookie base and creamy key lime filling, perfect for a refreshing summer dessert.

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla butter emulsion
1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup graham crackers finely crushed
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/3 cup graham crackers finely crushed for coating
5 oz cream cheese softened
5 oz sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup lime juice
1 tbsp lime zest

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth
Add the egg and vanilla butter emulsion and mix until combined
Mix in the flour, graham cracker crumbs, salt, baking soda, and baking powder until dough forms
Scoop dough into equal portions and roll in graham cracker crumbs
Place on baking sheet and create a well in the center of each cookie
Bake for 10 minutes, reshape the center, then bake for 2 more minutes
Let cookies cool completely on a rack
Mix cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth
Fill each cookie center with key lime filling and chill for at least 1 hour before serving

Notes

Store cookies in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days
Serve chilled for best texture and flavor
Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best taste

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 320
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg