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Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows

Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows for a Dreamy Afternoon Treat

Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows are a delightful treat that brings a melt-in-your-mouth experience with almond and lemon flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese well-drained
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 cup Almond Flour substitute with finely ground oats if nut-free
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract enhances flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Almond Extract adds deeper flavor (optional)
  • 1 large Egg binds ingredients
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour for structure
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder for rise
  • 1/4 tsp Salt balances sweetness
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest infuses fresh flavor
For Dusting
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, almond flour, vanilla extract, almond extract, and beaten egg in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest in another bowl.
  4. Combine the flour mixture with the ricotta mixture gradually, mixing gently to form a soft dough.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, keeping them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden and set yet soft when pressed.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with a simple lemon glaze before serving. Follow expert tips for best results.

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