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Cannoli Cookies

Delightful Cannoli Cookies: A Slice of Italian Tradition

Delightful Cannoli Cookies are an irresistible Italian treat with a crispy exterior and creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
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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: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Ricotta Cheese Used in both dough and filling
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, use flax egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Can substitute with orange zest
For the Filling
  • 1/4 cup Ricotta Cheese For filling
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips work too
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios Can toast lightly for more flavor
For Dusting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sprinkle on top before serving

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix ¼ cup of ricotta, egg, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  5. Lightly dust a surface with flour and roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick.
  6. Cut the dough into rectangles measuring 2x3 inches and place them on prepared baking sheets.
  7. In a bowl, mix together the remaining ricotta, chocolate chips, and pistachios for the filling.
  8. Spoon the filling onto the center of each rectangle and fold to seal.
  9. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown, keeping an eye on them.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
  11. Serve warm on a decorative platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the ricotta is at room temperature for easy mixing and avoid overmixing the dough.

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