Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze

Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistibly soft and tangy Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze! Bursting with fresh citrus flavor, these pillowy cookies are made with creamy ricotta cheese and a double dose of lemon juice and zest for a perfectly balanced sweet-tart taste. Topped with a glossy lemon glaze and optional zest garnish, they’re as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in under an hour, these easy-to-make delights are perfect for spring gatherings, holiday trays, or a refreshing everyday treat. With their tender texture and zesty finish, these cookies are sure to become a new favorite for lemon lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 15 oz ricotta cheese, whole milk
• 3 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 3 tbsp lemon juice (for glaze)
• 1 tsp lemon zest (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

Mix in the ricotta cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest until fully combined.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies should still be soft and moist in the center.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

While the cookies cool, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a medium bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Once the cookies have cooled, spoon about 1 teaspoon of glaze onto each cookie and gently spread it to the edges using the back of the spoon.

Step 12

Optional: Garnish the glazed cookies with a small pinch of lemon zest for an extra pop of flavor and presentation.

Step 13

Allow the glaze to set for about 20 minutes before serving or storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1746.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5930.5

Total Fat 259.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 160.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1105.5mg	0%
Sodium 2170.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 832.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 580.7g
Protein 93.9g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1049.3mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 1071.9mg	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: 38.7%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 55.1%