Description
Bright, pillowy, and impossibly soft, these Lemon Ricotta Cookies are a little burst of sunshine in every bite. Ricotta keeps them moist and tender, while fresh lemon zest and juice add a tangy zing. Topped with a simple lemon glaze, they’re perfect for brunches, dessert tables, or just treating yourself to a little happiness in cookie form.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
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Zest of 1 large lemon
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3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Lemon Glaze:
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1 ½ cups powdered sugar
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3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. -
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. -
Cream Butter & Sugar:
Beat butter and sugar on medium-high for 2–3 minutes until pale and fluffy. -
Add Wet Ingredients:
Beat in eggs one at a time. Add ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla; mix until combined. Batter may look slightly curdled—this is normal. -
Combine Dry & Wet:
Gradually add dry ingredients and mix on low speed until flour streaks disappear. Do not overmix. -
Scoop Cookies:
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing ~2 inches apart. -
Bake:
Bake 12–14 minutes until edges are lightly set and tops are pale. Cool on baking sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. -
Prepare Glaze:
Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Add zest if desired. -
Glaze Cookies:
Once cookies are completely cool, drizzle or dip in glaze. Let set 15–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Soft Butter: Ensures tender, fluffy cookies.
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Whole Milk Ricotta: Provides best flavor and moisture.
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Avoid Overmixing: Stops cookies from becoming dense.
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Cooling: Cookies must cool before glazing to prevent melting.
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Storage: Store in a single layer at room temperature up to 3 days; refrigerate up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120 cal Per Serving
- Sugar: 11g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 2g