Lemon Ricotta Cookies 12 Ways
Discover the delightful world of Lemon Ricotta Cookies with this foundational recipe, designed to inspire a dozen creative variations. These soft, pillowy cookies are incredibly versatile, offering a perfect canvas for your culinary imagination.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowls
- Electric mixer (stand or hand-held)
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Cookie scoop (optional)
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
Cookies
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (226g)
- 2 cups Granulated sugar (400g)
- 2 Large eggs
- 15 ounces Whole milk ricotta cheese (425g)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
- 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice (60ml)
- 3 cups All-purpose flour (360g)
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Glaze
- 2 cups Powdered sugar (240g)
- 4 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Cover the dough and chill it for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator to prevent spreading.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- While cookies cool, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once cookies are completely cool, dip the tops into the lemon glaze, or drizzle the glaze over them. Let the glaze set before serving.
Notes
This recipe is a fantastic starting point. To explore the "12 ways," consider variations such as adding different citrus zests (lime, orange), mixing in poppy seeds, incorporating spices like cardamom or ginger, dipping in white chocolate, adding a berry swirl, or experimenting with different glazes and toppings.