Description
These Cannoli Cookies capture the creamy, crunchy flavor of traditional cannoli in an easy-to-make cookie format perfect for beginner bakers.
Ingredients
- 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
- ½ cup (75 g) mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup (75 g) chopped pistachios
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and sugar until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, mix ricotta, egg, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Gradually stir the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Dust your work surface with flour and roll the dough to ¼ inch thick.
- Cut the dough into rectangles or squares, approximately 2×3 inches.
- Mix ricotta, chocolate chips, and pistachios in a small bowl for the filling.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough piece and fold to seal.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Sift flour twice for a lighter texture.
- Let ricotta drain for 30 minutes; a dry filling prevents soggy cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American