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Cannoli Cookies

Delicious Cannoli Cookies with Creamy Ricotta Filling

These Cannoli Cookies feature a creamy ricotta filling, blending classic flavors into delightful cookies that are perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese room temperature
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract for a unique twist
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
For the Filling
  • 1/4 cup Mini Chocolate Chips
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios or walnuts or almonds for variation
For Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the room temperature ricotta cheese, large egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a soft dough forms.
  5. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  6. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into rectangles approximately 2x3 inches.
  8. In a medium bowl, mix the remaining ricotta, mini chocolate chips, and chopped pistachios until well combined.
  9. Place a spoonful of filling on one side of each rectangle, fold over and pinch the edges to seal.
  10. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until golden brown.
  11. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Sift the flour for a lighter texture. Always use room temperature ricotta for easy mixing.

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