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Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites

Irresistible Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites for Sweet Moments

Delight in Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites, a no-bake dessert that combines creamy ricotta, crunchy pistachios, and sweet honey for an unforgettable treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese whole milk for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure for best flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon optional for milder taste
  • a pinch Salt to enhance flavor
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Pistachios substitute with walnuts or almonds if desired
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest or orange zest for variation
  • a few Fresh Mint Leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by gathering and measuring all your ingredients: ricotta, crushed pistachios, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and optional lemon zest.
  2. Combine the ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Fold in the lemon zest if using, ensuring it is well-distributed throughout the mixture.
  4. Sprinkle in the crushed pistachios and gently fold them into the mixture, maintaining clusters for texture.
  5. Scoop portions of the mixture and shape them into bite-sized balls, placing them on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the bites for about 30 minutes to firm them up.
  7. Once chilled, drizzle honey over the bites and sprinkle additional crushed pistachios if desired.
  8. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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