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Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows

Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Delights

Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows are light, airy desserts with a delightful almond flavor that melt in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 12 pillows
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with mascarpone or cottage cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar No substitute recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Can substitute with other nut extracts.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Slivered Almonds Can substitute with chopped pistachios or walnuts.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or Oil For greasing the baking sheet.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk
  • pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking sheet with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and egg. Mix until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Sift together to remove lumps.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the slivered almonds until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop the dough into small balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden and puffed up.
  8. Allow to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These pillows can be customized with other nuts or flavor extracts. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

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