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Lemon Ricotta Sandwich Cookies Recipe

Rebekah Garcia Kalinowski
Lemon Ricotta Sandwich Cookies combine two sumptuous flavors that make an amazing cookie. And so easy to make!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Cuisine Frosting
Servings 30 1 sandwich cookie
Calories 139 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box Lemon Cake Mix
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 large Egg
  • zest of one Lemon
  • 2 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Softened
  • 2-3 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  • In a large bowl, beat together cake mix, ricotta cheese, egg, and lemon zest for 2 minutes. Drop rounded teaspoons of cookie dough 2-inches apart on baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set and bottoms are lightly golden.
  • Beat the cream cheese, butter, and 2 cups of powdered sugar. Add the ricotta and vanilla and mix until blended. Add additional powdered sugar to thicken, if necessary. Place in refrigerator to chill and set.
  • After frosting has set, spread or pipe onto the bottom of half the cookies. Top with remaining half of cookies. Refrigerate cookies until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 139kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSodium: 120mgSugar: 15g
Keyword Baked, Baking, Cheese, Cookies, Desserts, Family Meals and Snacks, Frosting, Lemons, Party Food, Snacks
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