Description
Treat yourself to the bakery-style charm of Cannoli Cookies—soft, pillowy cookies with a sweet ricotta filling and dotted with mini chocolate chips, finished with a dusting of powdered sugar. This easy recipe transforms the beloved Italian dessert into a simple, shareable treat that’s perfect for the holidays or anytime you’re craving a sweet indulgence. Whether you’re baking for dessert platters or looking for creative cookie recipes, this twist on tradition fits perfectly into your collection of quick dessert ideas, holiday cookies, and food gift inspiration.
Ingredients
1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese (well drained)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Drain the ricotta using a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer for at least 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
2. Cream the butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, then mix in the drained ricotta.
4. Gradually stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
5. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
6. Cover and chill the dough for at least 1 hour to firm up.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Scoop dough into small mounds, spacing them 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are set and tops are lightly golden.
10. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
11. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar.
Notes
Be sure to drain the ricotta thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from affecting the dough.
Chilling the dough ensures that the cookies bake with a nice round shape and soft interior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cannoli cookies, ricotta cookies, holiday cookie recipe, Italian dessert cookies, sweet ricotta cookies