Description
Cannoli Cookies with Ricotta Cream Filling are a delightful fusion of classic Italian dessert flavors in a convenient cookie form. Each soft, buttery cookie is sandwiched with a rich, creamy ricotta filling, making them perfect for coffee breaks, festive gatherings, or any sweet craving. Easy to prepare and impressive in taste, these cookies will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture into the wet ingredients until fully combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
- Meanwhile, mix ricotta cheese with powdered sugar and chocolate chips until smooth. Once cookies are cooled, pipe or spread filling between two cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg