Lime Drops

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
2. 2
   In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream margarine, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Reserve 1 tablespoon of lime juice for the icing and add the remaining juice and zest to the mixture. Stir until thoroughly incorporated.
3. 3
   In a separate bowl combine flour and baking powder. Add to the wet ingredients. Mix until the dough just comes together. Using a cookie scooper, drop rounds of dough unto cookie sheet. Lightly flatten the tops without pressing too hard. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
4. 4
   Let cool on a baking sheet for a few minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Drizzle with glaze.
5. 5
   To make the glaze, combine icing sugar and reserved lime juice. Mix until you have smooth consistency, like that of honey. Pour into a plastic bag and make a slit in the side. Drizzle glaze over cookies.