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Key Lime Bites
 
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Prep Time: 45 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 60 Minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons key lime juice
2 teaspoons grated key lime peel
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup key lime juice
1 teaspoon grated key lime peel
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in lime juice and peel.
3. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
4. Stir in nuts.
5. Shape into 1-inch balls.
6. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly.
7. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned.
8. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, combine the icing ingredients.
10. Dip cookies in icing; allow excess to drip off.
11. Place on a wire rack; let stand until set.
12. Store in airtight container.
By RecipeOfHealth.com