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Lime Cookies

Recipe by JustInCooking

Soft cookies scented with lime zest, topped with a lime gel made with agar-agar. A refreshing and tangy combination that adds a zing to a classic treat.

MediumFrenchServes 6

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Source Video
5h 47m
Prep
40m
Cook
46m
Cleanup
7h 13m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$3.69
Per serving:$0.62

Critical Success Points

  • Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 3 hours
  • Coating the dough balls in the sugar‑zest mixture
  • Cooking the agar‑agar gel (bring to boil + 2 minutes)
  • Chill the gel in the refrigerator for 2 hours
  • Piping the gel onto the still‑warm cookies

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot agar‑agar mixture carefully to avoid burns.
  • Use gloves or a kitchen towel when removing the sheet from the oven.
  • Do not let the gel boil too long, it may lose its gelling power.

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