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Cannoli Cookies

Irresistible Cannoli Cookies That'll Wow Your Taste Buds

Delightful Cannoli Cookies that blend classic flavors into a fun treat, perfect for impressing guests or satisfying cravings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Shell
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sift twice for lighter cookies.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Adds citrus notes.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Drain well.
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Adds sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios Provides crunch.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For dusting.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cannoli Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and whisk together flour and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Blend ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth in a separate bowl.
  3. Gradually add the wet mixture to the flour and sugar blend until a soft dough forms.
  4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  5. Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thickness and cut into rectangles measuring 2x3 inches.
  6. Combine the remaining ricotta, chocolate chips, and pistachios to create the filling.
  7. Place about a tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough rectangle and seal the edges.
  8. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown, then cool on a wire rack.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure you drain the ricotta well to avoid a soggy filling. Watch the baking time closely for best results.

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