Cannoli Cookies

Ingredients

For 4 Dozen(s)

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted pistachios
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 orange, zest only
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 8 ounces whole milk ricotta, room temperature
• 1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups confectioners sugar
• 3 tablespoons milk, plus more if needed
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Decorating:

• crushed pistachios and candied cherries to decorate