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Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe

Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe

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These Italian Ricotta Cookies are soft, cake-like cookies made with whole-milk ricotta cheese, butter, and vanilla. Each cookie is finished with a smooth glaze and colorful sprinkles for a sweet, bakery-style finish. They are simple to prepare and make a lovely addition to a holiday cookie platter.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 Cookies
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 575

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup 227 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups 400 g granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 15 oz 425 g whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 –2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 cups 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups 240 g powdered sugar
  • 3 –4 tbsp milk or heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or lemon extract
  • Colorful candy sprinkles for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Add the softened butter and granulated sugar to a mixing bowl. Beat until light and fluffy.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  2. Add the eggs and beat until well incorporated.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  3. Add the vanilla extract and beat until combined.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  4. Add the whole-milk ricotta cheese and mix until smooth.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  7. Mix until a soft, thick cookie dough forms.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  8. Divide the dough into equal portions and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  10. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely.
  11. Prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  12. Spread the glaze over the completely cooled cookies.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe
  13. Immediately sprinkle with colorful sprinkles and allow the glaze to set before serving.
    Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 575kcalCarbohydrates: 89gProtein: 10gFat: 19gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 55g

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