Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates Recipe
Indulge in these irresistible Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates for a delightful blend of sweet and creamy flavors. Perfect for a quick snack or elegant appetizer!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 12 stuffed dates 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing, Filling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- 2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: Slice each Medjool date lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Remove the pits and gently open them up for stuffing.
- Make the Ricotta Filling: In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
- Stuff the Dates: Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each date with the ricotta mixture.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped pistachios over the top of the stuffed dates. Drizzle with extra honey for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Dates, Stuffed Dates, Ricotta, Honey, Pistachios, Appetizer, Snack
