Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows Recipe
Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows are delicate, tender cookies with a light almond flavor and a hint of lemon zest. Made with ricotta cheese and almond flour, these pillows offer a moist and airy texture, dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Perfect as a light dessert or teatime treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. This ensures the cookies won’t stick and helps with even baking.
- Combine Main Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, almond flour, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Add Flavorings and Leavening: Mix in the egg, almond extract, vanilla extract, lemon zest, salt, and baking powder. Continue mixing until you form a slightly sticky dough that will hold shape.
- Shape Cookies: Using a spoon, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the dough and gently roll it into small balls. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet, leaving approximately 2 inches between each to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden, indicating they are done but still soft inside.
- Cool: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to room temperature.
- Finish and Serve: Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an elegant and sweet touch before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the ricotta cheese is well drained to avoid excess moisture which can affect the texture.
- If you prefer a stronger almond flavor, you can increase the almond extract slightly but avoid overpowering the lemon zest.
- These cookies are best enjoyed within 2-3 days stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute ricotta with a firm tofu or vegan cream cheese alternative.
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