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Cannoli Cookies

Indulgent Cannoli Cookies That'll Make You Forget Fast Food

These Cannoli Cookies combine classic flavors of Italian cannoli with a quick and easy twist, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure recommended
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta or low-fat ricotta
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest or lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg optional
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cup chopped pistachios or walnuts/almonds
  • 0.5 cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the egg, vanilla extract, ricotta, and orange zest. Mix until smooth.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  2. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
Incorporate Mix-Ins
  1. Stir in the chopped pistachios and mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Chill the Dough
  1. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.
Preheat Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Bake Cookies
  1. Scoop portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12 minutes.
  2. Watch for golden edges while centers remain soft.
Cool & Garnish
  1. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  2. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to use room temperature butter for optimal mixing and texture. Chilling the dough is crucial to prevent spreading during baking.

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