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Delicious homemade cannoli cookies on a plate with chocolate chips and powdered sugar.

Cannoli Cookies

Cannoli cookies bring the delightful flavors of traditional Italian cannoli into a fun and easy-to-eat cookie format. These soft and sweet cookies are filled with a delicious ricotta cheese mixture, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Make sure to use room temperature butter for easy blending.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Can substitute with mascarpone cheese or cream cheese.
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips Feel free to adjust based on preference.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar For dusting before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until it's light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until everything is well combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and baking powder until the dough just comes together.
  6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Baking and Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese and mini chocolate chips until well blended.
  2. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and form small balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Use your thumb to make a small indent in the center of each dough ball.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are soft.
  5. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  6. Fill each cookie with the ricotta filling and dust them with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Add the ricotta filling right before serving for best flavor and texture. Consider adding chopped pistachios for added flavor, or orange zest to the ricotta for a citrus twist.