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Italian Almond Ricotta Cookies

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Delightful Italian cookies blending creamy ricotta cheese with almond flavor, soft and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the ricotta cheese, sugar, and butter until smooth.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Mix the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract to make the glaze.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and enjoy with your morning coffee!

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can freeze them for longer storage.

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