Lemon-Ricotta Cookies

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until well blended, about 5 minutes. Beat in eggs, ricotta, and lemon juice and zest. In a second bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to butter mixture and mix well.
2. Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
3. In a small bowl, combine frosting ingredients. Spread over cookies.