Grandma’s Sicilian Ricotta Almond Cookies: The Best Homemade Delight
Discover the delightful taste of Grandma’s Sicilian Ricotta Almond Cookies, a perfect homemade treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, almond flour, sugars, eggs, and extracts until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine baking powder and salt, then mix with the wet ingredients.
- Fold in slivered almonds.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, include a zest of lemon.
- These cookies can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg