Cannoli Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat for Homemade Bliss
Indulge in the delicious flavors of homemade cannoli cookies that bring the taste of classic Italian desserts into your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg (lightly beaten)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a traditional flavor, consider adding candied orange peel to the dough.
- These cookies can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cannoli Cookies