Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups (250g) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5g) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
- 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) ground nutmeg
- 1 cup (100g) finely chopped walnuts
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the ricotta cheese and butter until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the sugar, beating until combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown and set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy cookies
- Delicate flavor with hints of ricotta and cinnamon
- Perfect for a dessert or snack
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! They're so soft and flavorful."
- "I love the hint of ricotta in these cookies. It makes them so unique."
- "These cookies are perfect for the holidays or any time you want a sweet treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a more intense ricotta flavor, use whole milk ricotta cheese.
- If you don't have ground walnuts, you can chop whole walnuts in a food processor or with a knife.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
