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Cannoli Cookies

Crispy Cannoli Cookies with Creamy Sweet Filling Delight

Delight in the nostalgic flavors of these Cannoli Cookies, featuring a crispy exterior and creamy filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Sifted for lighter texture
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No substitutions recommended
  • 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese Use for dough
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adds citrus note
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Substitute with dark chocolate chips if desired
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios Can replace with walnuts or almonds
For Dusting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Dust generously before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cannoli Cookies
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar.
  3. In another bowl, blend the ricotta cheese for dough, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet, stirring gently to form a soft dough.
  5. Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut into rectangles.
  6. Mix the second portion of ricotta cheese, mini chocolate chips, and chopped pistachios for the filling.
  7. Place a spoonful of filling on one side of a dough rectangle and fold to seal.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and firm at the edges.
  9. Cool on wire racks and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure ricotta is well-blended for smooth texture and avoid overmixing dough to keep cookies tender.

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