Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack
Love crispy, melty sweet snacks? These Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows are the best! After making them dozens of times, I discovered the trick to perfect crispiness. Keep reading to find out how. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Spicy Mexican Meatballs with Cheddar and Green Chilies and Easy No-Bake Raw Chocolate Brownies Recipe.
Why This Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, melty on the inside
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout, healthier too
- Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings
What You'll Need for Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
- Optional: Fresh berries for serving
📝 Ingredient Notes
- ricotta cheese: Use whole milk ricotta for best results.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Almond Flour — Gives these pillows their perfect crispy texture. → See on Amazon
- Baking Powder — Ensures these pillows rise perfectly. → See on Amazon
How to Make Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack
- Prepare the batter: In a bowl, combine ricotta, almond flour, sugar, egg, vanilla, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Form the pillows: Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop batter onto a greased baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your fingers.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack
- Common mistake and fix: If your pillows turn out soggy, you may have used too much liquid. To fix, add more almond flour and bake a little longer.
- Pro tip: For extra crispiness, bake these pillows on a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Pro tip: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Storing & Reheating Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: These pillows are best enjoyed fresh, but can be made up to 1 day ahead and stored at room temperature.
Freezing Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Not recommended for reheating.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, ensure your almond flour is certified gluten-free.
- Best substitution: Substitute the almond flour with an equal amount of all-purpose flour for a wheat-based version.
- Make-ahead: These pillows are best enjoyed fresh, but can be made up to 1 day ahead and stored at room temperature.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your pillows are burning, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and keep an eye on them.
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Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Fresh berries for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a bowl, combine ricotta, almond flour, sugar, egg, vanilla, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Form the pillows: Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop batter onto a greased baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your fingers.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, ensure your almond flour is certified gluten-free.
- Best substitution: Substitute the almond flour with an equal amount of all-purpose flour for a wheat-based version.
- Make-ahead: These pillows are best enjoyed fresh, but can be made up to 1 day ahead and stored at room temperature.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your pillows are burning, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and keep an eye on them.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Not recommended for reheating.
- Make ahead: These pillows are best enjoyed fresh, but can be made up to 1 day ahead and stored at room temperature.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 90
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack FAQs
These pillows are best enjoyed fresh, but can be made up to 1 day ahead and stored at room temperature.
If your pillows turned out soggy, you may have used too much liquid. To fix, add more almond flour and bake a little longer.
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.
Substitute the almond flour with an equal amount of all-purpose flour for a wheat-based version.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Soft Ricotta Almond Pillows – Better Than Takeout Sweet Snack and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
