Description
These soft and chewy cookies combine the tangy flavor of orange with rich chocolate chips and creamy ricotta cheese for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat ricotta cheese, sugar, and butter until creamy.
- Add egg, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For extra flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 3g