Ingredients
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1/2 cup almond flour
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– zest of 1 lemon
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– powdered sugar for optional dusting
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2-Mix the base: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup almond flour, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until smooth.
3-Add remaining ingredients: Stir in 1 large egg, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, zest of 1 lemon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder until fully mixed. The dough will be slightly sticky.
4-Shape the cookies: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough, roll into balls, and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
5-Bake: For 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden, but centers remain soft.
6-Cool: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7-Finish: Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Last Step:
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🧀 Use fresh ricotta cheese and drain any excess moisture to prevent soggy dough.
⏲️ Avoid overbaking to maintain the pillows’ soft and fluffy texture.
🍊 Experiment with spices like cinnamon or cardamom, or substitute lemon zest with orange zest for a flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Baking time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg