For an extra burst of flavor, add 1/4 cup of finely chopped candied lemon peel to the dough. Do not overbake the cookies! They should be soft and slightly underbaked for the best texture. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING36 People
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VIEWS106
Experience the ethereal delight of these Lemon Ricotta Cookies. Each bite is a soft, pillowy cloud infused with bright lemon notes and a whisper of almond, crowned with a delicate lemon glaze. A taste of Italian sunshine in every mouthful!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate13 g
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Cholesterol12 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium55 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the granulated sugar and softened butter together on low speed until just combined. Increase the speed to high and beat until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Reduce the mixer speed to medium. Beat in the ricotta cheese, lemon juice, almond extract, and lemon zest until well combined. Add the egg and continue to mix until everything is homogenous. (3 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Combine Dry and Wet: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Shape the Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, drop rounded portions of the dough about 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheet. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Bake: Bake in the preheated oven until the edges of the cookies are very lightly golden but the centers are still soft. (12-15 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing. (30 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Prepare the Glaze: While the cookies are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Add more lemon juice, one teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach drizzling consistency. (3 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View Glaze the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over each cookie. (5 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View Set: Allow the lemon glaze to set completely before serving. (15 minutes)
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Murl Bayerlehner
Apr 13, 2025These cookies are amazing! So soft and the lemon flavor is perfect.
Estella Reynolds
Jan 6, 2025I made these for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Luella Satterfield
Jul 15, 2024The glaze is so easy to make and really adds a special touch.