Irresistible Cannoli Cookies Recipe Perfect for Dessert Lovers
Soft, chewy cookies inspired by classic Italian cannoli, featuring ricotta, citrus zest, chocolate chips, and powdered sugar. Perfect for dessert lovers and any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup full-fat ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the bowl. Beat until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as it can lead to dense cookies.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips using a spatula, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should look slightly soft but set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the tops with powdered sugar for that signature cannoli finish. Enjoy!
Notes
[‘Use high-quality full-fat ricotta for the best texture.’, ‘Chill the dough for 15-30 minutes if your kitchen is warm to prevent excessive spreading.’, ‘Avoid overmixing the dough to keep the cookies soft and tender.’, ‘Use fresh citrus zest for optimal flavor.’, ‘Test bake one or two cookies first to check your oven temperature.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Cannoli cookies, Italian dessert, ricotta cookies, chocolate chip cookies, easy dessert recipe