Italian Orange Ricotta Cookies
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5.0
123 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Chilling Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 22 mins
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Servings
22 cookies
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Calories
94 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Baked Goods
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Cuisine
Italian
Italian Orange Ricotta Cookies
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These fluffy and light ricotta cookies, made with creamy ricotta cheese and a hint of orange or lemon. They're easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
FOR THE COOKIES
- ½ cup ricotta cheese (room temperature)
- 3 tablespoons ricotta cheese (room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoons orange zest
- 1¾ cups all purpose flour at least 11% protein content
- 1 pinch salt*
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
*If you use unsalted butter then add ¼ teaspoon of salt.
ORANGE GLAZE**
- 1 cup icing / powdered sugar
- ½ - 1 tablespoon heavy/whipping/ whole cream
- ½ - 1 tablespoon orange juice (fresh)
**the glaze should be quite thick so start with 1/2 tablespoon first.
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
- ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1¼ cups icing / powdered sugar*
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
*add more if necessary
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Instructions
FOR THE COOKIES
- In a large bowl or stand up mixer with the flat beaters, beat on medium speed until creamy (about 2-3 minutes) all the ricotta, all the sugar and butter. Then add the egg, vanilla and zest and beat to combine, add the flour, salt and baking powder, beat until just combined, do not over mix.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for one hour.
- Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Line one or two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Drop by spoonfuls (I used a tablespoon) onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottom of the cookies. Let cool completely before glazing.
FOR THE GLAZE
- In a small bowl mix together the icing / powdered sugar, cream and orange juice. Mix until smooth (should be quite thick). Spread on cooled cookies and sprinkle with chopped chocolate or sprinkles. Enjoy!
FOR THE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
- In a medium bowl beat the cream cheese and butter, add the powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until creamy. Spread over the cooled cookies.
Notes
- For room temperature, remove from the fridge 30-45 minutes before using.
- Yes it can, the raw cookie dough will keep covered well or in an airtight container for up to 2-4 days.
- I like to use either a simple cream cheese frosting or a orange or lemon glaze. I like to add sprinkles, grated chocolate or even zest.
- Cookies should be stored in an airtight container. They will last for about two to three days at room temperature (as long as your house is not too warm, if it is then store directly in the fridge). If they are frosted then they should be refrigerated. They will last for up to 5-6 days in the fridge.
- Yes they can be frozen, although I think it is better to freeze them without the frosting. Place the cookies in a single layer on a cookie sheet and freeze, once frozen transfer the cookies to an airtight freezer container. They will keep for up to 3 months in the freezer.
- Once the cookies are thawed then spread with the icing if desired. You could also use a simple glaze if you wanted before serving.
- If you prefer you can also freeze the dough or even the formed cookie dough balls, freeze them on a cookie sheet until firm then place in a freezer container. They can be baked from frozen. Add a couple of minutes extra to the baking time. The dough will last for up to 3 months in the freezer.
- To thaw the cookies - Remove the cookies from the container, let them sit at room temperature to thaw, this is to prevent condensation forming and the cookies becoming soggy.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
94kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
17g
(6%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
5mg
(2%)
Sodium
14mg
(1%)
Potassium
34mg
(1%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
55IU
(1%)
Calcium
21mg
(2%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 22cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 94 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 94kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 34mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 55IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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