Description
Cannoli Cookies are the perfect blend of classic Italian flavors and cookie bliss. Enjoy a crispy exterior filled with creamy ricotta and semi-sweet chocolate chips, evoking the charm of an Italian café. These cookies are not just a treat; they create heartwarming moments with friends and family. Serve them warm with a cup of coffee or at your next gathering to impress everyone with this delightful twist on a beloved dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup full-fat ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in the ricotta cheese and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg