Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites Recipe
These Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites are a delightful combination of creamy ricotta cheese, crunchy pistachios, and sweet honey all nestled in mini phyllo shells. Perfect for an easy and elegant appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ricotta Mixture:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios (finely chopped)
- 12 mini phyllo shells or tart shells
- optional lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Mix Ricotta Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the ricotta, honey, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Fill Shells: Spoon the ricotta mixture into the mini phyllo or tart shells evenly.
- Add Toppings: Top each bite with chopped pistachios and a drizzle of honey.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish with lemon zest.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- Can be made up to 1 day ahead and stored in the fridge.
- For extra crunch, consider toasting the pistachios before chopping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
