Description
Treat yourself to the delightful Cannoli Cream Sandwich Cookies, a perfect blend of creamy ricotta and rich chocolate wrapped in crunchy cookies. These irresistible treats are not just desserts; they are a celebration of flavor that will impress at any gathering. Easy to make and visually stunning, these cookies promise to be the highlight of your dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the flour and baking powder until combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on wire racks completely.
- Meanwhile, whisk together ricotta cheese, vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips, and powdered sugar in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Once cooled, sandwich the cannoli cream filling between two cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Sift dry ingredients for a smoother texture. Chill the dough for better shape retention during baking. Substitute ricotta with mascarpone for an alternative flavor.