Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of creamy ricotta, crunchy pistachios, and sweet honey with these delightful Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites. Perfect for parties or cozy nights at home, these easy-to-make treats are sure to impress your guests. Their vibrant colors and rich flavors make them not only a tasty snack but also a beautiful addition to any table setting. Enjoy a mouthful of nutty sweetness in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- ½ cup shelled pistachios, toasted
- 2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 pinch sea salt
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather ingredients: Measure 1 cup of fresh ricotta and toast ½ cup of pistachios until golden brown.
- Mix ricotta and honey: In a bowl, combine ricotta with 2 tablespoons of honey until smooth.
- Add pistachios and salt: Fold in toasted pistachios and a pinch of sea salt; taste for balance.
- Scoop and shape: Form bite-sized balls (about 1 inch) from the mixture using a small scoop or spoons.
- Drizzle and garnish: Place on a platter, drizzle with additional honey, and optionally sprinkle with fresh mint leaves.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (20g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg