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Authentic Italian Lemon and Ricotta Cookies (no butter)

These are known as biscotti morbidi ricotta e limone. These traditional Italian ricotta and lemon cookies are light and fragrant with a delicate lemony flavor and a soft texture on the inside and do not contain butter or oil.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 25 cookies
Calories: 80 kcal
Course: Dessert , Baked Goods
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Italian

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces (250 g or about 1 ¾ cup) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ⅔ tsp (8 g) baking powder
  • 8 ounces (250 g) ricotta cheese well strained
  • 1 medium egg
  • 6 ounces (150 g) sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Powdered sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven at 330 F (170 C)
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl sift the flour and baking powder, mix and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl add the ricotta, lemon zest and sugar. Smash with a fork and mix with a spatula until you have a smooth mixture.
  5. Add the egg and lemon juice and mix until well combined.
  6. Add the flour in 2 doses and blend until your dough is solid (do not overwork the dough, otherwise the cookies will be tough). If the dough is too soft, you can a bit of flour accordingly.
  7. Form into small balls, about a tablespoon each and place on the baking sheet (about 25 cookies). You can add either add water or dough to your fingers for easier handling.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let them cool completely.
  9. Once cool sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Store in air proof container for up to a week.
  • Store in air proof container for up to a week.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cookie Calories 80kcal (4%) Fat 1.5g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 25cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cookie
Calories 80kcal 4%
Fat 1.5g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.