Description
Cannoli cookies with ricotta cream filling offer a delightful fusion of crispy texture and creamy sweetness. Each bite transports you to Italy with its rich ricotta filling, enhanced by mini chocolate chips. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy afternoon treat, these cookies are sure to bring joy and warmth to your dessert table. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up a batch that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture while mixing well.
- Slowly combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in ricotta cheese and chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg