Ricotta Cookies

This Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe is a soft buttery Italian cookie with a hint of lemon and almond and is covered in icing and sprinkles.

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This recipe makes 55 cookies for only $0.16 per cookie. The entire recipe costs about $8.89 to make.

Ingredients AND ESTIMATED COST

– All-purpose flour – $0.46 – Unsalted butter – $2.00 – Granulated sugar – $0.46 – Lemon zest – $0.04 – Ricotta cheese – $2.39 PER SERVING COST: $0.16 PER SERVING COST: $0.16 RECIPE COST: $8.89 RECIPE COST: $8.89 Get Recipe

NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have. Get Recipe

Step-by-step instructions!

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First, using a large bowl whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together.

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Then, using a stand mixer, beat the butter, sugar, and lemon zest.

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After it is light and fluffy, add in the ricotta and vanilla extract.

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Beat in the eggs one at a time.

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Slowly add the flour mixture and mix until combined.

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