Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
• 1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
• 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• FROSTING:
• 1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest