Ricotta Chocolate Chip Cookies (Print Version)

Soft, tender cookies with creamy ricotta and bursts of chocolate chips. A sweet treat for any moment.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

→ Sweeteners

03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed

→ Eggs and Flavorings

05 - 1 large egg
06 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

07 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
10 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Add-ins

11 - 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, beat the ricotta cheese, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and creamy.
03 - Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
06 - Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula.
07 - Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers still look slightly soft.
09 - Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses ingredients you already have in your pantry and fridge
  • Super soft and moist thanks to creamy ricotta
  • Ready in under half an hour from start to finish
  • No chilling required so instant cookie gratification
  • Makes the house smell absolutely dreamy every time
02 -
  • High in protein and satisfying without being heavy
  • Great for making ahead since they stay soft for days
  • Fun twist on classic chocolate chip cookies
03 -
  • Mix the dough just until the dry ingredients disappear for the most tender cookies
  • Scraping down the bowl after adding each ingredient makes sure everything is evenly blended
  • For extra chocolatey cookies press a few extra chips into the tops of each dough ball before baking

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