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A plate of Peachy Ricotta Cookies with orange zest and mint leaf garnish
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Peachy Ricotta Cookies with a Zesty Orange Twist

Delightful cookies made with creamy ricotta cheese and zesty orange, perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Fruity
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese Heaping cups for extra creaminess
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Plus 1 cup for coating
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla bean paste
  • 2 teaspoons Orange zest

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 pinch Salt Small pinch to enhance flavor
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Full-fat milk
  • 1 stick Unsalted butter Melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon Rum or peach liqueur Or substitute with peach juice
  • 1 drop Red or pink food coloring Optional for color

Garnish

  • Mint leaves For decoration

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, granulated sugar (1 cup), melted butter, eggs, and vanilla bean paste. Mix until well-combined and creamy.
  • Stir in the orange zest, lemon zest, and a splash of peach liqueur (or juice). Combine until everything is incorporated.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. (Optional: Add red or pink food coloring if you fancy a pop of color.)
  • Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about two inches apart.
  • Roll each cookie ball in granulated sugar before placing it on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool for a few minutes on the tray before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 100mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.5mg