FFf Eclectic Red Barn: Orange Ricotta Yummies

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Orange Ricotta Yummies

Sometimes you just have to adapt your recipe. I have made these cookies from Giada De Laurentiis several times and love them. The recipe calls for lemons but when I went to make it I only had oranges. So why not!

Eclectic Red Barn: Orange Ricotta Cookies

 They are a very moist cookie and they freeze well. That is if you have any left to freeze!

Eclectic Red Barn: Orange Ricotta Cookies with Thedore Haviland Tea Cup

They are great for tea time. You know that time in the afternoon when you want a little quiet time and something to go with it. (When does that occur? :) Well if you ever happen to have one of those moments this would be a luscious cookie to have!
This tea cup is so pretty. It is a Theodore Haviland Limoges from France - Cocomandel.

Eclectic Red Barn: Thedore Haviland Tea Cup

It has so many spring flowers on it and the basket with flowers on the inside is lovely.

Eclectic Red Barn: Thedore Haviland Tea Cup Inside Basket
I hope you have an opportunity to have a little quiet time and enjoy one of these tasty morsels. 

Orange Ricotta Cookies:                                                                              print this recipe

Ingredients for the Cookies:


2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 orange, zested


Ingredients for the Glaze:


1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 orange, zested


Directions


Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.


Cookies:


In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.


In the large bowl combine the butter and the sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating until incorporated. Add the ricotta cheese, orange juice, and orange zest. Beat to combine. Stir in the dry ingredients.


Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Spoon the dough (about 2 tablespoons for each cookie) onto the baking sheets. Bake for 15 minutes, until slightly golden at the edges. Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes.


Glaze:


Combine the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest in a small bowl and stir until smooth. Spoon about 1/2-teaspoon onto each cookie while still warm. If they are not warm, use the back of the spoon to gently spread. Let the glaze harden for about 2 hours.

* If you want to make the recipe with lemons, substitute lemons everywhere oranges are used.

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27 comments :

  1. DeniseApril 16, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    Yum! Such a pretty photo too.Thank you for visiting Me and following Me,so nice of you.I am now your 101 follower.Blessings your way I pray.Denise

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnApril 16, 2013 at 1:17 PM

      Hi Denise,
      Thank you for the sweet comment on my photo. thanks for following me back. Look forward to becoming friends.
      Hugs,
      Bev

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  2. Luján FraixApril 16, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    Hola
    Gracias por venir a Argentina a tomar el té de los martes y por quedarte como seguidora. Yo también me quedo por acá en tu precioso blog, con lindas ideas para la casa que tanto me gustan.
    Un beso grande.

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  3. Luján FraixApril 16, 2013 at 1:47 PM

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  4. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageApril 16, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Hi Bev,
    Your cookies really look good. I love anything with orange or lemon in it. Loving your pretty Cocomandel teacup. I haven't seen that pattern before. Thank you for sharing your wonderful tea time with us and have a beautiful day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnApril 16, 2013 at 4:36 PM

      Hi Sandy,
      Thanks for the sweet comments on my cookies and my tea cup. Glad to share at your party.
      Have a great week,
      Bev

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  5. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageApril 16, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    Oh, forgot to mention that I love your red barn! I have always had a 'thing' for barns; especially red ones. Got it from my Dad. Anyway, I look forward to your turning it into your haven. I'm your newest follower.

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnApril 16, 2013 at 4:42 PM

      Sandi,
      Thanks for the lovely comment on my barn. I love it and can't wait to get it done. It is taking longer than I like but one day it will happen.
      Thanks for being a follower.
      Bev

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  6. JoAnn ( Scene Through My Eyes)April 16, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    Yumm - just my kind of cookie - but then, what kind isn't? I love tea and cookies.

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnApril 16, 2013 at 4:50 PM

      Hi JoAnn,
      I agree, as my father-in-law always says,"haven't meet a cookie I didn't like". Nothing like a good cup of tea and a cookie. Could use one right now!
      Thanks for stopping by,
      Bev

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  7. TerriApril 16, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    Hello Bev,
    That is a beautiful tea cup! I am sure your tea tastes lovely in it. Those cookies do look a treat. The recipe sounds delicious too! Thank you so much for sharing with us.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnApril 16, 2013 at 4:52 PM

      Hi Terri,
      I am not sure where this tea cup came from but I love it. Cookies and tea are a great combination.
      Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.
      Hugs,
      Bev

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  8. joyApril 16, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    Hhmm. Have to try that one day:)

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnApril 16, 2013 at 4:54 PM

      Hi Joy,
      I think you will like them if you do. I appreciate you stopping by and leaving a comment.
      Have a great week,
      Bev

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  9. Hun.... WFDApril 16, 2013 at 9:43 PM

    Mmmm, these sound delicious! Thanks for sharing with Simple Supper Tuesday.

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  10. Veronica RothApril 16, 2013 at 11:10 PM

    Mmmm, delicious Bev. I'm so going to give those a try. Love that Haviland tea cup, just the perfect accompaniment to those cookies. :) I hope you have a lovely week. :)

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  11. abriannaApril 17, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    That teacup is gorgeous...in fact I was glad you told us about it as that caught my eye more than cookies!

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  12. Missy ShayApril 18, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    You are a no reply blogger and I wanted to respond to your comment on my blog. You really should try using your treadle, you will be surprised how fun it is!

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  13. UnknownApril 18, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    The cookies look delish - but that cup and saucer?
    GORGEOUS!!!!!!
    XOX

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  14. Doreen@foxdenrdApril 18, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    Oh Bev! I love the sound of these! And they can be frozen?! Even better.

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  15. KC CoakeApril 18, 2013 at 10:47 PM

    Those sound really yummy!
    Thanks so much for linking up at the Real Family Fun link party! Hope to see you next week.
    KC

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  16. UnknownApril 19, 2013 at 4:29 AM

    They do look yummy. And that tea cup is too cute!
    I'm stopping by and following along via the linkin' with my ladies hop. ;)
    Maria
    www.thislifesbeautifulmoments.com

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  17. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasApril 19, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    Hello!! So pleased to meet you!! I too am now following you!! And I have added Let's Get Social party button to my list at the bottom of the blog and will be linking up on Sunday!!

    I love your lovely tea cup and I too make these cookies but without the orange and i add butterscotch drops to the recipe and it gives these ricotta cheese cookies a whole different taste!! I have also added your blog to my blog rolls.....

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  18. UnknownApril 20, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    I love ricotta cookies!

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  19. EveryDay BloomApril 21, 2013 at 1:28 AM

    I love orange infused into desserts... I'm intrigued by the ricotta. Your photos are lovely...beautiful cup & saucer to stage your cookies with (ok, to enjoy your cookies with). Lynaea @ EveryDayBloom.com

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  20. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonApril 21, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    Hi Beverly, YUM, your cookies look delicious! I have to tell you that I have a recipe from my MIL for pineapple cookies that look just like them. They freeze well also. Although, we rarely need to worry. lol! The ricotta cheese sounds interesting. I will certainly be giving them a try. Thanks for sharing with Share Your Cup. Looking forward to you sharing again! Happy to be a new follower.
    hugs,
    Jann
    p.s. love the teacup!

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  21. karen@somewhatquirkyApril 23, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    oh I love orange stuff! you must have heard I'm trying to back off sweets until my birthday in June.

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