I was inspired by the recipe on the back of the package of white chocolate chips to make this version.  The original recipe, I thought, considered the Island to be Hawaii and I wanted my Island cookies to reflect Key West.  So… I created this White Chocolate Chip Key Lime Island Cookie recipe.  The white chocolate paired with key lime is wonderful and refreshing.  I am quickly transported back to the Island… Key West that is!

Served with a cup of Cuban coffee, this is a great afternoon or early evening snack.  Who am I kidding?  It makes a great breakfast too!

Step 1:

Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl.  Using a whisk, combine all of the ingredients.

Step 2:

Beat butter, brown sugar and white sugar in a mixer until creamy.

Step 3:

Add egg, vanilla, key lime zest and key lime juice.  Mix until combined.

Step 4:

Add dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 5:

Stir in white chocolate chips, pecans and coconut.  Mix until combined.

Step 6:

Using a cookie scoop, drop scoops onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 8 – 11 minutes; or until edges are lightly browned.  Cool on cookie sheet for 2 minutes.  Remove cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.  Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients:

1 2/3 cups flour

3/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup butter; softened (1 1/2 sticks)

3/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/3 cup sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla

Zest of one lime

Juice of one lime

1 large egg

2 cups (12 oz) white chocolate chips

1 cup flaked coconut (this is optional, as some people do not like coconut added to their cookies)

3/4 cup chopped pecans