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Easy One-Bowl Cannoli Cookies with Ricotta and Chocolate Chips

A stack of freshly baked cannoli cookies piled high on a white plate, showcasing their textured tops.
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Make the flavors of classic Italian cannoli into a simple, soft cookie. This recipe uses ricotta cheese, chocolate chips, and orange zest for an authentic taste without the fuss of filling shells.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese, drained well
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, drained ricotta cheese, and orange zest until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will look soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cool, dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Drain your ricotta cheese thoroughly using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth for at least one hour to prevent a soggy cookie dough.
  • For extra flavor, substitute some of the mini chocolate chips with chopped pistachios.
  • You can freeze the unbaked dough balls for up to three months; bake directly from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.

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