Description
These Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites are a delightful blend of creamy ricotta cheese, crunchy pistachios, and sweet honey, all fried to golden perfection. Perfect as a party appetizer or a unique dessert!
Ingredients
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Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup crushed pistachios
- 3 tablespoons honey plus more for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg beaten
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- Neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine ricotta, crushed pistachios, 3 tbsp honey, vanilla, and salt. Chill for 15–20 minutes.
- Form Balls: Shape the mixture into 14 small balls.
- Coat Balls: Roll each ball in flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry balls in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Place on paper towels to drain, then drizzle with honey before serving.
Notes
- For a twist, try adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dash of nutmeg to the ricotta mixture.
- These bites can also be baked in the oven for a lighter version—just bake at 375°F (190°C) until golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites, Appetizer, Dessert, Party Food, Italian Cuisine
