Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and granulated sugar.
- In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Fold dry ingredients into the ricotta mixture to form a soft dough.
- Cover dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut into 2x3 inch rectangles.
- Mix remaining ricotta, chocolate chips, and pistachios for the filling.
- Place filling on each rectangle, fold, and seal edges tightly.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on wire rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Use room temperature ricotta for a smoother filling. Don't skip the dough resting period for tender cookies.