Description
Cranberry Lime Bliss Balls deliver zesty Mediterranean-inspired energy bites packed with wholesome nuts, tart cranberries, and bright citrus notes. Quick no-bake delights promise delicious nutrition that sparks refreshment and keeps hunger perfectly satisfied.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup cranberry preserves
Sugar and Flavoring:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional powdered sugar, for coating
Finishing Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to blend softened butter, powdered sugar, and freshly grated lime zest until the mixture becomes airy and smooth.
- Introduce vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, stirring thoroughly to distribute evenly.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour and salt, whisking to eliminate any lumps.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the butter mixture, mixing until a cohesive, soft dough forms.
- Portion approximately of dough, gently flattening it in your palm.
- Place a small amount of cranberry preserves in the center of each dough portion.
- Carefully encase the preserves by folding the dough around the filling, forming a smooth, sealed ball.
- Arrange the filled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until the bottoms turn a light golden color.
- Remove from the oven and let the bliss balls cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- While still warm, delicately roll each ball in powdered sugar for an initial light coating.
- Once completely cooled, perform a second rolling in powdered sugar to achieve a beautiful, snow-like finish.
Notes
- Prep ahead by softening butter to room temperature for smoother mixing and easier dough formation.
- Use fresh lime zest to enhance the bright, citrusy flavor profile of these delightful bliss balls.
- Handle the dough gently when forming balls to prevent overworking, which can make them tough and dense.
- Check cranberry preserves for any large fruit chunks and chop them smaller for more even filling distribution.
- Powdered sugar coating works best when applied while cookies are still slightly warm and again after cooling for a perfect snowy effect.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their delicate texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg