"More cakey than crispy, these ladylike little tea cakes puff up as they bake, almost like little muffin tops. The lemon glaze on top adds a tart, crunchy layer. (Recipe from "Giada’s Kitchen" by Giada De Laurentiis.)..."
INGREDIENTS
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FOR THE COOKIES:
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (310 grams)
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1 teaspoon baking powder (4 grams)
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1 teaspoon salt (4 grams)
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature (113 grams)
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2 cups granulated sugar (400 grams)
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2 eggs
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1 (15-ounce) container whole-milk ricotta cheese (425 grams)
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Zest of one lemon
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3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (45 grams)
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FOR THE GLAZE:
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1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar (180 grams)
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Zest of one lemon
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3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (45 grams)