Description
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with Cannoli Cookies, a scrumptious twist on the classic Italian dessert. These cookies feature a crispy, buttery shell encasing a luscious ricotta filling enriched with mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios. Perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy evenings at home, Cannoli Cookies are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you enjoy them dusted with powdered sugar or paired with a hot cup of coffee, these cookies will surely impress your friends and family. Dive into this delectable recipe and create a memorable dessert that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and sugar until blended.
- In another bowl, mix ricotta, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until a soft dough forms; let rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough to ¼ inch thick; cut into rectangles (2×3 inches).
- Mix filling ingredients (ricotta, chocolate chips, pistachios) in a small bowl.
- Place filling on each rectangle and fold to seal.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg