Description
Indulgent Cannoli Cookies blend Sicily’s beloved pastry with classic cookie charm, creating a sweet fusion that dances between tradition and innovation. Crisp edges, creamy ricotta filling, and delicate chocolate chips invite you to savor a delightful taste of Mediterranean magic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins and Toppings:
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat to 375F (190C). Prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl, whisking thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until voluminous and airy, creating a smooth base.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the butter mixture, blending completely after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and ricotta cheese until fully integrated.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until ingredients are combined without overmixing.
- Carefully incorporate mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios into the cookie dough, distributing evenly.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for edges to turn golden and centers to appear set but soft.
- Allow cookies to rest on baking sheets for 3-4 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Transfer cookies to wire cooling racks using a spatula.
- Once completely cooled, delicately dust cookies with powdered sugar using a fine mesh sifter for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Swap out ingredients to accommodate dietary needs, like using gluten-free flour for those with wheat sensitivities or plant-based butter for vegan versions.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and maintain a thicker, more structured cookie shape.
- Toast pistachios beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra crunch to the cookies, creating a more complex taste profile.
- Store cookies in an airtight container with a piece of bread to keep them soft and prevent them from drying out, maintaining their delicate texture for several days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg