Description
These Italian Ricotta Cookies are soft, cake-like treats perfect for holidays or anytime you crave a delightful sweet bite. With a hint of almond extract and a simple glaze, these cookies are a classic favorite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
For Glaze and Decoration:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- Colorful sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light. Add ricotta, egg, vanilla, and almond extract; mix well.
- Form dough: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, forming a soft dough.
- Bake: Drop dough by tablespoon onto prepared sheet. Bake for 12–14 minutes until golden.
- Glaze and decorate: Mix powdered sugar and milk for glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies, top with sprinkles, and let set.
Notes
- These cookies stay soft and cake-like for days, perfect for holidays.
- Almond extract can be omitted for a simpler vanilla flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
