Cannoli Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat for Sweet Lovers
Cannoli Cookies are the perfect indulgent treat for anyone with a sweet tooth. These delightful cookies capture the flavor of classic cannoli in a fun, easy dessert form.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the ricotta cheese, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder, then gradually add it to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg