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Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites

Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites
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Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites are creamy, crunchy, and sweet bite-sized treats combining smooth ricotta cheese, crunchy chopped pistachios, fragrant vanilla, bright lemon zest, and a drizzle of golden honey. Perfect for snacks, desserts, or elegant appetizers, these easy-to-make bites are ready in under 30 minutes and customizable to suit various tastes and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • Pinch of sea salt

Coating and Topping

  • 3/4 cup chopped pistachios
  • Honey for drizzling (about 2 tablespoons)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ricotta mixture: In a medium bowl, lightly whisk the ricotta cheese until smooth and fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract and fresh lemon zest evenly to infuse the base with delicate flavor.
  2. Shape the bites: Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, form the ricotta mixture into bite-sized mounds or balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray to keep their shape.
  3. Coat with pistachios: Pour the chopped pistachios into a shallow dish. Gently roll each ricotta mound in the nuts, pressing lightly to ensure a firm coating of crunchy pistachios around every bite.
  4. Drizzle with honey: Arrange the coated ricotta bites on a serving platter and generously drizzle them with honey to add a glossy, sweet finish.
  5. Chill before serving: Place the Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to firm up and let the flavors meld beautifully.

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality ricotta for the creamiest texture and richest flavor.
  • Lightly toast pistachios before chopping to enhance their nutty aroma.
  • Chill the ricotta mixture slightly before shaping to make rolling easier.
  • Select floral or citrus-infused honey to add unique flavor notes.
  • Be gentle when rolling to keep the ricotta balls intact without losing their creamy core.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze ricotta bites on a tray before transferring to a freezer-safe container; thaw in fridge overnight before serving.
  • Enjoy bites cold or at room temperature for best texture.

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Keywords: ricotta, pistachio, honey, appetizer, gluten-free, no-bake, snack, dessert

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