Cannoli Cookies

Indulge in the delightful fusion of an Italian classic with a cookie twist in these irresistible Cannoli Cookies! Packed with rich ricotta cheese, fragrant notes of vanilla and orange zest, and studded with sweet mini chocolate chips, these soft-baked cookies capture all the nostalgic flavors of a traditional cannoli. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a light dusting of powdered sugar—and an optional hint of cinnamon—they offer a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for holidays, parties, or any dessert cravings, these decadent treats are a modern yet comforting take on Italian dessert traditions.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 113 grams unsalted butter, softened
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 120 grams ricotta cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 100 grams mini chocolate chips
• 15 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. The centers should remain soft.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, lightly dust the cookies with powdered sugar and, if desired, a pinch of ground cinnamon for extra flavor.

Step 11

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(774.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2944.0

Total Fat 140.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 539.8mg	0%
Sodium 1289.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 397.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 220.5g
Protein 48.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 653.6mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 464.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 52.1%