Delightful Cannoli Cookies That Bring Italy to Your Kitchen

These Cannoli Cookies ingeniously capture the spirit of traditional Italian cannoli in a mini cookie form, featuring crispy shells and a luscious ricotta filling.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 18

Resting Time 30

Total Time 1 18

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

2 cups All-Purpose Flour Feel free to use cake flour for a lighter texture.
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can enhance the flavor with a deeper richness.
1/4 cup Ricotta Cheese Make sure it’s at room temperature for easier mixing.
1 large Egg A key binder for the dough’s richness.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Using pure vanilla will yield the best results.
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Consider swapping with orange zest for a different citrus note.

For the Filling

1/4 cup Ricotta Cheese Keep it at room temperature.
1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate serves as a great alternative.
1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios Walnuts or almonds make suitable substitutes.

For Dusting

1 cup Powdered Sugar Dusting just before serving elevates the cookie’s look.

Equipment

Mixing Bowls
Baking Sheets
Parchment paper
Rolling Pin
Sharp knife or dough cutter
Wire Rack

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cannoli Cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and sugar, whisking until well-blended.
In a separate bowl, stir together the ricotta, egg, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a soft dough forms.
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Roll the rested dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into 2x3 inch rectangles.
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, mini chocolate chips, and chopped pistachios for the filling.
Fill each rectangle of dough with a spoonful of filling and fold to create a pocket, sealing the edges.
Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown, watching closely to avoid over-baking.
Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Cannoli Cookies are a charming way to bring traditional Italian dessert flavors into your home. Enjoy your baking adventure!

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