Lemon Ricotta Cookies Glaze (Print View)

Tender lemon-infused ricotta treats finished with a bright citrus glaze for a sweet-tart delight.

# Ingredient List:

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# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add the egg and beat until well incorporated into the mixture.
05 - Mix in the ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
06 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
08 - Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10 - Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl until smooth and pourable consistency is achieved.
11 - Spoon or drizzle glaze over the cooled cookies. Allow glaze to set before serving.

# Expert Advice:

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  • The texture is unlike any cookie youve ever had, incredibly moist and tender from the ricotta
  • Fresh lemon makes them taste bright and cheerful, perfect for gray days
  • The glaze transforms them into something that looks like it came from a fancy bakery
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  • Overmixing the dough makes tough cookies, so stop as soon as the flour disappears
  • Room temperature ingredients blend together so much better than cold ones
  • The glaze thickens as it sits, so add the lemon juice gradually
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  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it feels too sticky to work with
  • Use a cookie scoop for perfectly uniform cookies that bake evenly