Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour (sifted )
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 3 tbsps lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon extract or zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tbsps lemon juice
  • zest of 1 lemon

Instruction

  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder.
  • In a stand mixer, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add the eggs in one at a time.
  • Once combined, add in lemon juice, zest, and ricotta.
  • Beat until well-combined, and slowly add in the dry mixture.
  • Cover batter and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to one hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees f.
  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter onto the cookie sheet, 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10 minutes ( edges will be slightly golden brown).
  • Transfer cookies to a cooling rack; repeat.