Description
Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with my Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites! If you’re a busy mom or professional like me, you know the daily hustle can sometimes leave us craving something sweet yet simple. These little gems are perfect for those days when you need a quick dessert to impress family or friends. With creamy ricotta, crunchy pistachios, and the sweet whisper of honey, they are a wonderful treat to elevate any occasion. Let’s dive in and create something that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese, drained if wet
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios, unsalted
- 1/4 cup honey, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 sheet puff pastry or crescent dough or phyllo
- Optional: lemon zest, vanilla extract, sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, pistachios, and 2 tbsp honey until smooth.
- Cut dough into small squares or rounds. Add 1 tsp of filling to each.
- Fold, seal edges, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly and drizzle with warm honey before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the ricotta is well-drained for better texture.
- Feel free to customize with lemon zest or vanilla for additional flavor.
- Serve warm for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg