Cannoli Cookies
Indulge in the delightful world of Cannoli Cookies—crispy, golden shells filled with a luscious sweet ricotta mixture. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to quiet evenings at home. With their satisfying crunch and creamy filling, these cookies are bound to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. The versatility of this recipe allows for endless variations, so you can experiment with different fillings and toppings to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix ricotta, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut into rectangles (2×3 inches).
- In a separate bowl, mix more ricotta with mini chocolate chips and pistachios for the filling.
- Spoon filling onto each rectangle and fold over to seal edges.
- Bake on lined baking sheets for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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