Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of orange-infused sweet ricotta peach cookies. These soft, pillowy treats combine creamy ricotta with ripe peaches and a hint of zesty orange, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and freshness. Ideal for summer gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these cookies are not just a dessert; they’re a taste of sunshine in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh peaches, diced
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp orange zest, freshly grated
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the ricotta blend until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced peaches.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown around the edges. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg