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