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Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies

Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies

Delight your guests with Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies, a unique blend of orange zest, creamy ricotta, and chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Mixture
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese adds creaminess
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for enhanced flavor
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened for easier mixing
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips can substitute with dark chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon zest of orange a key ingredient for flavor
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla is best
  • 2 large eggs use room temperature

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in whole milk ricotta cheese and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and orange zest in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into your wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Mix in semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar for a lovely finishing touch before serving if desired. Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft and flavorful.

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