Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix together ricotta cheese and sugar until well blended.
3. Add the egg, lemon zest, and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the ricotta mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
6. Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
7. Cool cookies on a wire rack before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Lemon ricotta cookies are a popular Italian dessert.
• Ricotta cheese gives these cookies a light and fluffy texture.
• Lemon zest adds a bright and zesty flavor to the cookies.
• These cookies make a great snack or dessert.