Cannoli Cookies: Indulgent Treats You Can Make at Home
Delight in the rich flavors of Cannoli Cookies, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 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 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, and chocolate chips.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the ricotta cheese carefully.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- These cookies can be dusted with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
- Consider adding chopped nuts for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg