Italian Ricotta Cookies (Soft & Glazed)

1️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients

Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.

2️⃣ Cream the Base

In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time.
Mix in vanilla and ricotta until smooth.

3️⃣ Combine

Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture.
Mix just until combined (don’t overmix).

4️⃣ Bake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Drop spoonfuls onto lined baking sheets.
Bake 10–12 minutes — bottoms lightly golden but tops pale.

Let cool completely.


5️⃣ Glaze

Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and extract until smooth.
Dip tops of cookies into glaze.
Add sprinkles if desired.
Let glaze set before storing.


 Grandma’s Tips

  • Chill dough 30 minutes for thicker cookies.

  • Add lemon zest for a traditional citrus twist.

  • These freeze beautifully (unglazed).

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