"Tangy and sweet lemon ricotta cookies are like miniature lemon cakes! They're soft, tender, moist, and are extra delicious when topped with a light lemon glaze...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 and 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (1 stick; 115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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1 and 2/3 cups (335g) granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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15 ounces (425g) ricotta cheese, at room temperature*
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
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1 Tablespoon (15ml) lemon zest
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2 and 1/2 Tablespoons (37ml) fresh lemon juice
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1 and 1/2 cups (180g) confectioners’ sugar, sifted
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1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
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optional: sliced almonds for garnish