Cannoli Cookies
Indulge in the delightful world of Cannoli Cookies, a perfect blend of crispy shells and creamy filling that will surely impress your taste buds. These cookies feature a luscious ricotta filling mixed with mini chocolate chips and crunchy pistachios, offering an explosion of flavors in every bite. Ideal for family gatherings or a quick dessert after dinner, they are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. Whether you’re baking for yourself or hosting friends, these Cannoli Cookies are sure to become a cherished recipe in your collection!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 43 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and sugar until well blended.
- In another bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Let the dough rest for 30 minutes before rolling it out to about ¼ inch thick.
- Cut the dough into rectangles (2×3 inches) and prepare your filling by mixing remaining ricotta with chocolate chips and pistachios.
- Spoon filling onto each rectangle, fold over, and seal the edges.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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