The Perfect Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe: Light, Fluffy, and Irresistible!
Soft, tender Italian ricotta cookies with a light vanilla glaze, perfect for holidays or everyday treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 30 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
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Glaze:
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the ricotta cheese, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined; the dough will be soft.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until cookies are set but not browned.
8. Whisk together glaze ingredients until smooth.
9. Dip slightly cooled cookies into the glaze and add sprinkles if desired.
10. Allow glaze to set completely before storing.
Notes
These cookies stay extra soft thanks to the ricotta. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.