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Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies

Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies Full of Holiday Joy

Delicious Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies loaded with zest and chocolate, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 44 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, switch to gluten-free flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter For dairy-free, use coconut oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Can substitute with lemon zest.
  • 1 large Large Egg
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Mascarpone can be substituted for dairy-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips can enhance flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Orange Juice Lemon juice can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Medium Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  2. In stand mixer, cream together sugar and butter, then add orange zest until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg, ricotta cheese, and vanilla extract to the mixture, and combine on low.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Chill dough for 1-2 hours covered with plastic wrap.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 13-14 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  9. While cooling, whisk together powdered sugar and orange juice for glaze.
  10. Spoon glaze over cooled cookies and allow it to drizzle down.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 1-2 hours to improve texture during baking. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.

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