
Lemon Ricotta Cookies
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4.8
39 reviews
Excellent

Lemon Ricotta Cookies
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Similar to Italian ricotta cookies, but with a lightly sweetened with a hint of citrus. These lemon ricotta cookies are perfect treat for the whole year.
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Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated white sugar
- 2 eggs room temperature
- 1 container 15 ounce ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 lemon zested - about 1 tablespoon
- GLAZE:
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar sifted
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 lemon zested - about 1 tablespoon
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
- Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt, set aside
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy
- Add eggs 1 at a time, beating after each until well combined
- Add the ricotta cheese, lemon juice and zest, beat to combine
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and beat until smooth and well combined
- Drop cookies evenly onto cookie sheet using a tablespoon or cookie dough scoop
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until slightly golden and firm on the edges
- Remove and transfer to cooling rack
- Cool completely
Glaze:
- In a medium bowl, stir together powdered sugar, lemon juice and zest and until smooth
- Spread over cooled cookies
- Let glaze harden before storing cooking in an airtight container
- Store at room temperature or in refrigerator
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1g
Calories
80kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Cholesterol
9mg
(3%)
Sodium
89mg
(4%)
Sugar
12g
(24%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 40-46 cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 kcal
% Daily Value*
Serving | 1g | |
Calories | 80kcal | 4% |
Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
Protein | 1g | 2% |
Fat | 1g | 2% |
Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
Sodium | 89mg | 4% |
Sugar | 12g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.8
39 reviews
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