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Ricotta pistachio honey bites

Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites: Sweetness Redefined at Home

Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites are delightful, creamy treats that offer a taste explosion and can be made gluten-free for everyone to enjoy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Substitute with cottage cheese for similar consistency
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No direct substitutions recommended
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use unsalted or vegan butter
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can be swapped with almond extract
  • 1 tsp Almond Extract Can be omitted or replaced with more vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/2 cup Almond Flour Can use additional all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Ground Pistachios Can use walnuts or pecans for a different flavor
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure fresh for best results
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Use sparingly for optimum taste
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Honey Use local honey for added flavor
  • 1/4 cup Extra Pistachio Pieces Sprinkle on top for crunch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • whisk
  • spoon

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, and mix until smooth.
  4. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gradually until a soft dough forms.
  6. Portion the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and space them out on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Cool on the tray for 5 minutes.
  8. Drizzle warm bites with honey and sprinkle extra pistachio pieces on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgence.

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