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Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites

Delightful Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites for Irresistible Snacking

Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites are a delicious Mediterranean-inspired snack featuring creamy ricotta, crunchy pistachios, and sweet honey.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese high-quality whole milk ricotta
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder
  • 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure for best flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt adjust if using salted pistachios
  • 1 cup Pistachios chopped, for coating
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour can be swapped for gluten-free flour
For the Drizzle
  • 1/2 cup Honey high-quality for best results
  • 2 tablespoons Water adjust quantity as needed
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Chopped Pistachios for garnish
  • Edible Flowers optional
  • pinch Sea Salt optional

Equipment

  • Fine mesh sieve
  • Mixing bowl
  • shallow dish
  • ice cream scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Basic Instructions
  1. Drain ricotta cheese in a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. Combine drained ricotta, egg, sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth.
  3. Cover mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Chop pistachios finely for the coating.
  5. Mix chopped pistachios with flour and sugar in a shallow dish.
  6. Scoop chilled ricotta mixture into 1-inch balls.
  7. Roll each ball into a smooth shape with dampened hands.
  8. Coat each ricotta ball in the pistachio mixture.
  9. Arrange coated bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Bake bites for 12-15 minutes until golden.
  12. Let bites cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  13. Gently heat honey and water in a saucepan until blended.
  14. Drizzle honey mixture over cooled bites.
  15. Garnish with extra chopped pistachios, edible flowers, and a sprinkle of sea salt if desired.
  16. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites are perfect for gatherings and can be stored for short durations to enjoy fresh flavors. Experiment with different nuts and honey types for unique flavors.

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