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Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies

Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies: Soft, Zesty Bliss

Delightful Orange Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies combine citrus zest with chocolate for a festive treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 34 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Essential for leavening.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds moisture and sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Ensure it's softened.
  • Zest of 2 large navel oranges Infuses vibrant citrus flavor.
  • 1 large egg Serves as a binder.
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese Galbani brand recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips Feel free to use dark or milk chocolate.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Base for your glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice Infuses glaze with flavor.
  • Zest of 1 orange Adds extra zing.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • baking sheets
  • plastic wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well blended. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Mix in the orange zest.
  3. Add the egg, whole milk ricotta cheese, and vanilla extract. Mix until thoroughly combined and smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently, then fold in mini semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) during the last 20 minutes of chilling.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto lined baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-14 minutes until just set and lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh orange juice, and additional orange zest until smooth. Spoon the glaze over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for a perfect texture and allow cookies to cool completely before glazing for a beautiful finish.

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