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Ricotta cookies with icing and sprinkles on a light orange surface.

GF Lemon Ricotta Cookies (with almond flour)

Josefina Almond Yes
Lemon Ricotta Cookies are rich, tender, and delicious. The almond flour gives a soft texture and they're topped with a perfect lemon glaze.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 32 minutes
Course Cookies
Servings 18

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (113gr)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 210 gr Ricotta cheese (about 7 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg

For the icing

  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp milk

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl whisk together gluten-free all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl beat with an electric mixer the softened butter, sugar, and fresh lemon zest until pale and fluffy.
  • Add ricotta and vanilla extract, and beat well, then add the egg. Scrape the sides of the bowl down with a rubber spatula, and then beat in, slowly, the flour mixture, and mix until just combined. The dough is sticky.
  • Let chill the dough cover in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350ยบ F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  • Drop tablespoons of cookie dough on the prepared sheets, spacing them an inch or so.
  • Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Let cool before removing.

For the lemon glaze

  • In a medium bowl mix powdered sugar with two tablespoons of lemon juice. Mix and add 2 tablespoons of milk, little by little, and integrate it until you get the desired consistency. The frosting should not be too runny. If needed you can add a little bit more of milk.
  • When the cookies are completely cold spread the icing and top with colorful sprinkles.

Notes

Store GF lemon ricotta cookies in an air-tight container at room temperature for 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 to 7 days.
Keyword Gluten-free lemon ricotta cookies (with almond flour)