Description
Cannoli cookies are soft, bakery-style cookies inspired by classic Italian cannoli, flavored with ricotta, vanilla, and citrus zest, and finished with mini chocolate chips for a sweet, creamy taste.
Ingredients
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 115 g unsalted butter (softened)
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 120 g ricotta cheese (well drained)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 120 g mini chocolate chips
- 50 g powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, ricotta cheese, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Drain ricotta well to avoid excess moisture in the dough.
- Cookies will be soft rather than crisp.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Powdered sugar can be added just before serving for best appearance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian