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Italian Orange Ricotta Cookies


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the soft, citrusy delight of Italian Orange Ricotta Cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these easy-to-make cookies are moist, flavorful, and irresistibly tender.

 


Ingredients

  • Ricotta cheese
  • Granulated sugar
  • Unsalted butter, softened
  • Large eggs
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • Vanilla extract
  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Powdered sugar (for icing)
  • Orange juice (for icing)
  • Extra orange zest (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix ricotta cheese, sugar, and softened butter until smooth. Add eggs, orange zest, and vanilla, and mix well.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Combine Mixtures: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Scoop Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Prepare Icing: Combine powdered sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Decorate: Drizzle icing over cooled cookies and garnish with orange zest.
  • Serve: Enjoy with coffee or tea!

Notes

  • For a tangy variation, use lemon zest and juice instead of orange.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze un-iced cookies for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian