35-Minute Ricotta Honey Bites: Irresistible Sweet Bliss
Sweet and nutty bite-sized appetizer or dessert with creamy ricotta, pistachios, and honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Dessert
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tbsp flour (all-purpose or almond flour)
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional for sweeter flavor)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional but fresh!)
- 2 tbsp crushed pistachios
- 2 tbsp honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp butter or oil (for browning)
Instructions
- Mix ricotta, egg yolk, flour, vanilla, lemon zest, and sugar (if using) until smooth and thick.
- Scoop into small rounds and chill in the freezer for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat butter or oil in a pan. Sear bites until golden brown, 2–3 minutes per side.
- Top with pistachios and drizzle with honey while still warm.
- Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- Best served fresh for maximum flavor.
- Can be prepared ahead and reheated.
- Substitute almond flour for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://www.tastydelishrecipes.com/ricotta-honey-bites-recipe/