Cannoli Cookies
Delightful cookies that encapsulate the classic flavors of traditional Italian cannoli, featuring a crispy exterior and soft creamy filling with chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange or lemon zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and citrus zest; mix well until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Gently fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
Notes
For variations, consider adding nuts or using chocolate dipped cookies. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cannoli, cookies, Italian dessert, baking, sweet treat
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