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Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites

Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites
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Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites are a simple yet elegant no-bake snack combining creamy ricotta cheese, crunchy pistachios, and sweet raw honey, enhanced with vanilla extract and lemon zest. Perfect for brunch, snacks, or parties, these bites offer a balanced flavor profile with healthy protein and fats, customizable with various nuts and sweeteners, and come together quickly for a delicious, guilt-free treat.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons raw honey, plus more for drizzling
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ricotta Mixture: Gently stir the fresh ricotta cheese with a spoon until smooth and slightly creamy. Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest, mixing well to evenly distribute the flavors.
  2. Chop the Pistachios: Roughly chop the shelled pistachios so they retain some crunch. Reserve a small handful for garnishing later.
  3. Form the Bites: Scoop out about a tablespoon of the ricotta mixture and place it in your palm. Press a few chopped pistachios into the center and gently roll into a small ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
  4. Drizzle with Honey and Garnish: Arrange the formed bites on a serving plate. Drizzle generously with raw honey, then sprinkle with the reserved chopped pistachios and a tiny pinch of sea salt for added flavor and presentation.
  5. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the bites for at least 30 minutes to help them set and enhance the flavors before serving.

Notes

  • Use high-quality, fresh ricotta for the creamiest taste and texture.
  • Adjust honey quantity to control sweetness to your liking.
  • Lightly toast pistachios to enhance their flavor and crunch if desired.
  • Try lime or orange zest as an alternative to lemon zest for different citrus notes.
  • Bites can be made a day ahead and stored refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Freezing formed bites is not recommended; freeze only the ricotta mixture before shaping for up to one month.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature; avoid microwaving to maintain texture.

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Keywords: ricotta, pistachio, honey, bites, no-bake, snack, appetizer, gluten free, easy, healthy, creamy, nutty, sweet

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