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Lemon Ricotta Cookies

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Delightful lemon-flavored cookies with a soft, cake-like texture, made healthier with ricotta cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 2 and 1/2 cups (313g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 and 2/3 cups (335g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 15 ounces (425g) ricotta cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon zest
  • 2 and 1/2 tablespoons (37ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 and 1/2 cups (180g) confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dry ingredients by whisking together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Cream butter and sugar in a mixer on high speed for about 2 minutes until creamy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then ricotta cheese, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), lemon zest, and lemon juice. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing on low speed just until incorporated.
  5. Chill the dough in the refrigerator covered tightly for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
  7. Prepare baking sheets by lining with parchment paper.
  8. Portion the cookies using a tablespoon, spacing them about 3 inches apart.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-14 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Make the glaze by whisking confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  11. Glaze the cookies once cooled, adding sliced almonds if desired.
  12. Store the cookies covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for a week.

Notes

These cookies can be made gluten-free using a suitable flour blend.

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Keywords: Lemon Ricotta Cookies, healthy cookies, diabetic-friendly dessert

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