Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates
Delight in the festive spirit with our Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates, a perfect sweet treat for any occasion, especially St. Patrick’s Day. These luscious bites combine the natural sweetness of Medjool dates with creamy ricotta cheese and a crunchy pistachio topping, creating an irresistible flavor experience. Simple to prepare and stunning in presentation, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Make them ahead for gatherings, or enjoy them as a nutritious snack throughout the week. Elevate your celebrations with this easy recipe that’s bound to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
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Ingredients
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- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dates by slicing each Medjool date lengthwise without cutting all the way through; remove pits and open gently.
- In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and optional cinnamon until smooth.
- Fill each date with the ricotta mixture using a spoon or piping bag for ease.
- Top each stuffed date with chopped pistachios and drizzle with extra honey before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg