Ricotta Cookies
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon optional, for extra flavor
1/4 cup milk
For the Glaze optional:
1 cup powdered sugar
1-2 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1 Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2 In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3 In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the ricotta cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using, and mix until smooth.
4 Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
5 Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
6 Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
7 For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Drizzle over the cooled cookies.
8 Allow the glaze to set and enjoy these soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies!
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