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20-Minute Lemon Ricotta Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

20-Minute Lemon Ricotta Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These delightful 20-Minute Lemon Ricotta Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth are a quick treat bursting with citrus flavor and a soft, pillowy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour spoon into the measuring cup lightly to avoid packing.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter ensure butter is softened, not melted.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar brings sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs use room temperature eggs.
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Ricotta Cheese avoid low-fat versions for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest freshly grated from real lemons.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed juice is best.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Gently fold in the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients.
  6. If dough is too sticky, chill for 20-30 minutes.
  7. Scoop dollops of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges but soft in the center.
  9. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies should be stored in an airtight container to maintain freshness. They are best enjoyed within a few days of baking.

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