Cannoli Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 ½ call-purpose flour
- ½ tspbaking powder
- ¼ tspsalt
- ½ cunsalted butter
softened
- ½ cgranulated sugar
- 1 largeegg
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- ½ cricotta cheese
- ¼ cpowdered sugar
- ¼ tspcinnamon
- ½ cmini chocolate chips
- ¼ cgranulated sugar
for rolling
- 1 tspcinnamon
for rolling
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 5
In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and mini chocolate chips until well combined.
- 6
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- 7
Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- 8
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 10
Once cooled, spread a teaspoon of the ricotta filling on the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another cookie.
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About this Recipe
Craving the iconic flavors of an Italian cannoli but looking for a more accessible, bite-sized treat? These Cannoli Cookies offer all the magic of that classic dessert in a delightful, easy-to-handle form that captures the essence of Italy's beloved pastry.
This recipe ingeniously combines the crispy texture of a cinnamon-sugar cookie with a luscious, creamy ricotta filling, echoing the beloved crunch and rich sweetness of traditional cannoli shells and cream. It's a fantastic way to enjoy those authentic Italian dessert notes without the fuss of frying, making it an approachable project for any home baker.
Imagine biting into a tender yet crisp cookie, fragrant with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, yielding to a cool, velvety filling. The ricotta cream, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and studded with mini chocolate chips, provides a wonderful contrast to the spiced cookie, making each Cannoli Cookie a perfectly balanced experience. You'll find these cookies to be a charmingly sophisticated addition to any dessert spread.
Customization & Variations
While mini chocolate chips are a classic choice for the filling, feel free to experiment. You could swap them for finely chopped candied orange peel for a brighter, more traditional cannoli flavor profile, or even a sprinkle of chopped pistachios for added texture and a nutty note. For the cookie, the granulated sugar and cinnamon mixture for rolling gives it that signature crunch and spice, but you could also add a touch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
These Cannoli Cookies are perfect for special occasions, holiday platters, or simply as an elegant afternoon treat with a cup of coffee. They make a wonderful homemade gift or a standout dessert for any gathering.