This recipe is very simple, and it will take less than an hour to make. All you need to do is gather a few ingredients, mix them together, and bake for 8-10 minutes, and voila – you’ll have the most delicious and chewy chocolate cookies filled with a creamy layer of ricotta cheese.
Ingredients:
-1 cup all-purpose flour
-1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
-1/2 cup granulated sugar
-1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
-1/4 cup ricotta cheese
-1 egg
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar using an electric mixer until creamy and fluffy. Add ricotta cheese and mix until combined.
4. Beat in the egg.
5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients to the wet ingredients mixture until well combined.
6. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Make an indentation in the center of the cookie using your thumb or back of a spoon. Fill the indentation with a small spoon of ricotta cheese.
8. Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack.
These cookies are perfect to satisfy your sweet cravings any time of the day, and they are also very versatile. You can add chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits to the cookie dough to give it an extra crunch or flavor. You can also use dark cocoa powder for a richer taste.
Another great thing about this recipe is that you can easily prepare the dough ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for up to a week. And if you don’t have ricotta cheese, you can substitute it with cream cheese, mascarpone, or cottage cheese. The cookies will still taste great.
In conclusion, the chocolate cookies filled with ricotta recipe is easy, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. You can make it for your next family gathering, birthday parties, or simply when you want to enjoy some sweet treats. Don’t forget to store your cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for longer. Happy baking!