Description
These Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites are a delightful blend of creamy ricotta cheese, sweet honey, and crunchy pistachios, all nestled in crispy phyllo shells. They are a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them a truly irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Ricotta Filling:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios (shelled and unsalted)
- 12 mini phyllo shells (store-bought, pre-baked)
Instructions
- Prepare Ricotta Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
- Fill Phyllo Shells: Spoon or pipe the ricotta mixture evenly into the mini phyllo shells.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the tops with chopped pistachios and lightly drizzle with additional honey.
- Chill and Serve: Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- These bites can be made up to a few hours ahead and kept chilled.
- For a dairy-free version, use a plant-based ricotta alternative.
- You can also add a touch of orange zest for a citrusy twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
