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Cannoli Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these crispy and creamy Cannoli Cookies, inspired by the classic Italian dessert. These cookies combine a tender ricotta cheese dough with mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios for a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they’re an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (120 g) ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Mix-ins

  • ½ cup (75 g) mini chocolate chips
  • ½ cup (75 g) chopped pistachios

Finishing Touch

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
  2. Prepare the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and stir until fully incorporated.
  3. Add mix-ins: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
  4. Shape cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until edges start to turn golden and the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
  6. Cool and dust: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust the cookies generously with powdered sugar.
  7. Serve and enjoy: These Cannoli Cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Ricotta cheese adds moisture and a creamy texture, making these cookies softer than traditional cookies.
  • Lemon zest enhances the flavor with a fresh citrus note that complements the ricotta and chocolate chips.
  • For a crunchier texture, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Substitute pistachios with walnuts or almonds if preferred or for allergy accommodations.
  • Ensure cookies are cooled completely before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent melting.

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