Cannoli Cookies
Delightfully sweet cookies that blend the rich flavors of traditional Italian cannoli with a simple cookie format.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop dollops of the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Enjoy the aroma!
Notes
For best results, use full-fat ricotta and refrigerate dough if too sticky. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, Italian dessert, cannoli, ricotta, chocolate chips
Find it online: https://saveurmagique.com/cannoli-cookies/