Description
Crunchy, golden cookies paired with velvety cannoli cream filling create a dessert that feels indulgent yet approachable. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy weekend treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (250 g) ricotta cheese, strained if watery
- 1/2 cup (125 g) mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/3 cup (60 g) mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar (for the cookies)
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Mix until smooth, then fold in mini chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the Cookie Dough: Beat softened butter with powdered sugar until creamy. Gradually add all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt. Mix until the dough comes together.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
- Roll and Cut: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes and place them on lined baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
- Assemble: Spread or pipe a generous amount of the cannoli cream filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie to create a sandwich.
- Chill (Optional): For a firmer filling, refrigerate the cookies for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
Strain the ricotta overnight if watery to avoid a runny filling. Chill the dough and filling for easier handling. Use a piping bag for a professional look.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Cannoli, Sandwich Cookies, Italian Dessert, Ricotta, Mascarpone