Soft Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Soft Lemon Ricotta Cookies are sure to please your taste buds. The combination of ricotta cheese and fresh lemon gives these cookies a distinct, tender texture and a citrusy flavor burst. Ideal for any occasion!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line baking sheets with parchment paper

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt

In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then mix in the ricotta cheese

Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the edges are lightly golden

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely

Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar

Enjoy these soft and lemony ricotta cookies!