Description
These Ricotta Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, cake-like, and bursting with rich chocolate flavor. The addition of ricotta cheese gives them a unique texture, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the ricotta cheese, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Combine and bake: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden. Cool before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- These cookies stay soft and cake-like thanks to the ricotta.
- You can swap in mini chocolate chips for more even distribution.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
