Description
Indulge in the soft, chewy perfection of Italian Almond Ricotta Cookies, a classic Italian dessert. Infused with almond and vanilla flavors, these cookies are easy to make, irresistibly delicious, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Ricotta cheese
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Large egg
- Vanilla extract
- Almond extract
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Sliced almonds (for topping)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough into rounded balls and place on the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Top with sliced almonds.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
- For a citrusy twist, substitute almond extract with lemon extract and add lemon zest.
- Chilling the dough for 15 minutes can prevent excessive spreading.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
