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Orange Ricotta Cookies with Dark Chocolate

These Orange Ricotta Cookies are a delightful treat! Soft, creamy, and bursting with orange flavor, they're perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1 orange zested
For the Glaze:
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 cup chopped dark chocolate melted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheets
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Microwave or double boiler

Method
 

Directions
  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Baking Sheet - Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients - In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Step 4: Cream the Butter and Sugar - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. Step 5: Add Eggs and Ricotta - Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, fold in the ricotta cheese, fresh orange juice, and orange zest until combined.
  6. Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  7. Step 7: Scoop the Dough - Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Step 8: Bake the Cookies - Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Step 9: Prepare the Glaze - While the cookies are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth.
  10. Step 10: Melt the Dark Chocolate - Melt the chopped dark chocolate until smooth and allow it to cool slightly.
  11. Step 11: Glaze the Cookies - Once cooled, drizzle the orange glaze and melted dark chocolate over each cookie.

Notes

  • Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best flavor.
  • Experiment with other citrus fruits like lemon or lime.
  • Add chocolate chips for a more intense chocolate flavor.