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Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows

Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Irresistibly Light Cookies

Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows are delightful cookies that are light, fluffy, and gluten-free, perfect for any sweet occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 56

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Adds creaminess and moisture
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens and provides fine texture
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Delivers nutty flavor
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Infuses warmth and sweetness
  • 1 tsp Almond Extract Elevates nutty flavor
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients for fluffiness
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Offers structure
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Creates lightness
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Brings bright citrus notes
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for Dusting Adds sweetness and appeal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, almond flour, vanilla extract, almond extract, and a beaten egg until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
  5. Drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden at the edges and just set on top.
  7. Let cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 50mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep cookies light and fluffy. Customize with chocolate chips or different zest for variety. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

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