Cannoli Cookies
Soft and tender Cannoli Cookies are made with ricotta, chocolate chips, and pistachios. They’re the perfect treat for any occasion.
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 116kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup butter softened - unsalted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup ricotta cheese drained
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup pistachios chopped - optional
confectioner’s sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare several baking sheets with parchment. Set aside.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Combine the butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat well until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla until fully combined.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients - working a little at a time until just combined.
- Fold in the ricotta cheese, chocolate chips, and pistachios (if using).
- Use a small cookie scoop or portion out tablespoon-sized scoops of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Space 2” apart to account for spread.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool to room temperature.
- Dust the tops of the cookies with confectioner’s sugar prior to serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 29mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.5mg | Net Carbohydrates: 14g