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Cannoli Cookies

Irresistibly Creamy Cannoli Cookies You’ll Love to Make

These Cannoli Cookies are a delightful blend of rich ricotta and sweet vanilla, offering a taste of Italian tradition in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 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 Can use gluten-free flour for gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Ensures cookies rise beautifully
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the dough
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Elevates flavor
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese Swap with mascarpone for a richer filling
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar Sweetens filling
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional
  • 1/2 cup Mini chocolate chips Adds sweetness to filling
For Rolling
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar Coats cookies for crunch
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • electric mixer
  • spoon
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the Oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients by whisking together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in egg and vanilla.
  4. Combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough.
  5. Prepare the Filling by mixing ricotta, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and mini chocolate chips until well combined.
  6. Form the Cookies by rolling dough into 1-inch balls, coating them in sugar and cinnamon, and flattening slightly.
  7. Bake the Cookies for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Cool on baking sheet briefly, then transfer to a wire rack. Sandwich filling between two cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 85mgPotassium: 35mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Drain ricotta well to prevent a runny filling. Keep an eye on baking time for perfect cookies. Roll into even 1-inch balls for consistent baking, and feel free to experiment with flavors.

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