Description
Indulge in these delightful Creamy Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites, featuring a perfect blend of creamy ricotta, crunchy pistachios, and sweet honey for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Fresh Ricotta Cheese
- 1/2 cup Shelled Pistachios
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 8 pieces Sliced Bread or Crackers (for serving)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil (for toasting bread)
- a pinch Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the bread into bite-sized pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil and toast in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- In a medium bowl, combine fresh ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and creamy using a fork or electric mixer.
- Chop the shelled pistachios coarsely, keeping some chunky pieces for texture.
- Once the toasted bread has cooled slightly, spread a generous dollop of the ricotta mixture onto each piece.
- Top with chopped pistachios and drizzle with honey for added sweetness.
- Arrange your Creamy Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites on a platter and serve immediately for the best flavor experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like mint or basil. Substitute pistachios with almonds or walnuts for a different crunch. You can also drizzle balsamic reduction over the bites for an extra layer of sophistication.