Cannoli Cookies Recipe
If you love the taste of traditional cannoli, you’ll adore this Cannoli Cookies Recipe. These cookies capture all the creamy, nutty, and chocolatey flavors of the classic Italian dessert — but in an easy, handheld version.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add ricotta, egg, and extracts. Mix until smooth.
- Slowly add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
- Stir in chocolate chips and pistachios.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges turn golden.
- Cool on rack. Dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Always use full-fat ricotta for creamy texture.
- Chill dough for 20 minutes to prevent spreading.
- Use mini chips for better flavor balance.
- Don’t overbake — keep cookies slightly soft.
- Add orange zest for authentic cannoli flavor.