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Cannoli Cookies

Cannoli Cookies: Irresistibly Creamy Italian Delights

Cannoli Cookies are a delightful fusion of traditional Italian cannoli flavors in a cookie form, perfect for dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Sift for lighter texture
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on preference
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for variety
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use fresh for best flavor
For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Ensure it’s well-drained
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Swap for dark chocolate if desired
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios Use walnuts or almonds if preferred
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets
  • Rolling Pin
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and granulated sugar.
  3. In another bowl, mix well-drained ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry mixture to form a soft dough.
  5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  6. Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut into 2x3 inch rectangles.
  7. Combine remaining ricotta, mini chocolate chips, and chopped pistachios for the filling.
  8. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each rectangle, fold over, and pinch edges to seal.
  9. Place filled cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on wire racks, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ricotta is well-drained for best results and monitor baking closely to avoid over-browning.

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