Description
Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites are the kind of effortless appetizer that feels fancy with almost no effort. You only need four ingredients: creamy ricotta, golden honey, crushed pistachios, and a crisp base like crackers or crostini. They’re elegant enough for wine night, easy enough for a last-minute snack, and adaptable to both sweet and savory boards.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/3 cup chopped roasted pistachios
- Crackers, crostini, or cucumber slices for the base
- Optional: pinch of sea salt or lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Whip the ricotta:
- In a bowl, stir or lightly whip ricotta with 2 tbsp honey until smooth and slightly fluffy.
- Assemble the bites:
- Spread a generous dollop of the ricotta mixture onto each cracker or crostini.
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
- Finish with flair:
- Drizzle lightly with additional honey.
- Add a pinch of flaky salt or zest if using.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch.
Notes
- Choose Firm Apples: Opt for crisp varieties like Honeycrisp or Pink Lady to hold their shape and add a satisfying crunch.
- Balance the Sweetness: Use naturally sweet apples or tweak the amount of maple syrup to suit your taste.
- Let It Set: Don’t skip the chill—allowing the chocolate to fully set ensures the bites stay crisp and cohesive.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg