Description
Delight your loved ones with these scrumptious Cannoli Cookies, a fun twist on the classic Italian dessert! Each cookie features a creamy ricotta filling packed with mini chocolate chips and crunchy pistachios, all nestled within a buttery, golden shell. Perfect for gatherings or as a sweet treat after a long day, these cookies are simple to make and sure to impress. With their delightful combination of textures and flavors, they offer a satisfying indulgence that feels special without the complexity. Bake up a batch and watch smiles appear as friends and family savor each delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pistachios
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and sugar.
- In another bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet until a soft dough forms.
- Allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick on a floured surface.
- Cut into rectangles (2×3 inches).
- Prepare the filling by mixing ricotta cheese with mini chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.
- Place filling in the center of each rectangle and fold to seal.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg