Description
Experience the refreshing taste of summer with Best Mojito Sugar Cookies! Inspired by the classic mojito cocktail, these delightful cookies combine fresh mint, zesty lime, and a hint of rum for an irresistible treat. Perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a summer picnic, celebrating holiday gatherings, or simply indulging at home—these cookies promise to be a stand-out addition to your dessert table. With their unique flavor profile and soft, buttery texture, they provide a sweet twist that will elevate your cookie game. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these mojito-inspired delights will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick salted butter (8 tablespoons), softened
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1/4 teaspoon mint flavoring
- Zest from 3 limes (around 2 tablespoons)
- Zest from 1 pink grapefruit (approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and white sugar until fluffy. Add mint, egg, vanilla essence, and lime zest; mix well.
- In another bowl, combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until edges are golden; cool on a wire rack.
- Prepare icing by mixing powdered sugar with dark rum, lime juice, vanilla essence, mint flavoring, and zests until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg