Gluten-Free Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows
Delightful gluten-free treats filled with creamy ricotta cheese, perfect for snacktime, dessert, or brunch.
Ingredients
Dough ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Ensure at room temperature for easy creaming.
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch salt
Filling
- to taste Ricotta cheese For filling.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with almond extract, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until the mixture is well combined.
- Take small amounts of dough, flatten them in your palm, and place a spoonful of ricotta cheese in the center.
- Fold the dough around the filling and shape into pillows.
- Place the pillows on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with honey, or accompany with fruit compote. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.