Cannoli Cookies
Indulge in the delightful fusion of an Italian classic with a cookie twist in these irresistible Cannoli Cookies! Packed with rich ricotta cheese, fragrant notes of vanilla and orange zest, and studded with sweet mini chocolate chips, these soft-baked cookies capture all the nostalgic flavors of a traditional cannoli. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a light dusting of powdered sugar—and an optional hint of cinnamon—they offer a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for holidays, parties, or any dessert cravings, these decadent treats are a modern yet comforting take on Italian dessert traditions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 120 grams ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 100 grams mini chocolate chips
- 15 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. The centers should remain soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, lightly dust the cookies with powdered sugar and, if desired, a pinch of ground cinnamon for extra flavor.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.8 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.1 g | 426% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 540 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 1290 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.2 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 220.5 g | ||
| Protein | 48.6 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 654 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
